Sparkling Mint Lemonade Fizz
A refreshing, bubbly twist on classic lemonade with fresh mint and sparkling water, perfect for a sunny afternoon. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, fresh mint leaves for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 3 oz sparkling water
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, gently muddle 8 fresh mint leaves with 1 oz simple syrup to release the mint oils without tearing the leaves.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz fresh lemon juice and fill the glass with ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and mix the flavors.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into a tall Collins glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Top with 3 oz sparkling water and stir briefly to combine.
- Step 6: Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint placed upright and a thin lemon wheel slid onto the rim of the glass.






