Mint-Lime Fruit Punch

Name: Mint-Lime Fruit Punch
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Beverages
Ingredients: 1/4 cup lime juice; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves; 1 cup mixed berries; 3 cups apple juice; 2 cups sparkling water; 2 cups ice cubes; 10 mint leaves

A crisp, herbaceous drink featuring muddled mint and lime with mixed berries, offering a bright, palate-cleansing finish for any gathering.

Cuisine: Beverages

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 6.

Ingredients

1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1 cup mixed berries
3 cups apple juice
2 cups sparkling water
2 cups ice cubes
10 mint leaves

Instructions

Step 1: In a blender, combine 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves, and 1 cup mixed berries. Blend on high for 1 minute until smooth.
Step 2: Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract all liquid and discarding solids.
Step 3: Add 3 cups apple juice and 2 cups sparkling water to the pitcher. Stir gently to combine.
Step 4: Chill the punch in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Step 5: Before serving, add 2 cups ice cubes and stir gently.
Step 6: Pour into glasses and garnish each with 1 additional mint leaf.