Description
The Peach Sparkling Summer Drink is a refreshing and naturally sweet beverage combining ripe fresh peaches, bubbly sparkling water, a hint of lemon juice, and a touch of natural sweetener. Enhanced with fresh mint leaves, it offers a light, fizzy, and flavorful way to stay hydrated and enjoy the vibrant flavors of summer. Perfect for casual gatherings, poolside relaxation, or festive celebrations, this drink is easy to customize and visually stunning.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2–3 fresh ripe peaches, washed, pitted, and sliced
- 4 cups chilled sparkling water (plain or lightly flavored)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- 10–12 fresh mint leaves, lightly bruised
Instructions
- Prepare your peaches: Begin by washing and thoroughly slicing fresh ripe peaches, removing the pits. Choose peaches that are fragrant and soft to the touch for maximum flavor.
- Blend the peach base: Place the peach slices in a blender along with a splash of fresh lemon juice and honey or agave syrup. Blend until smooth to create a naturally sweet and tangy peach puree.
- Mix with sparkling water: Pour the peach puree into a large pitcher and slowly add chilled sparkling water. Stir gently to combine, maintaining the bubbles and keeping the drink lively and fizzy.
- Add fresh herbs: Lightly bruise fresh mint leaves to release their aroma and toss them into the pitcher for a refreshing herbal touch that complements the peach flavors perfectly.
- Serve immediately: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the Peach Sparkling Summer Drink over the ice, and garnish with peach slices and mint sprigs for an attractive and refreshing presentation.
Notes
- Use ripe peaches that yield slightly to the touch for the sweetest flavor.
- Chill sparkling water and peaches beforehand for a cooler, more refreshing drink.
- Add sparkling water last and stir gently to preserve fizz.
- Experiment with fresh herbs like basil or rosemary as alternatives to mint.
- Adjust sweetness gradually by adding honey or agave syrup little by little to avoid overpowering the natural flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: peach drink, sparkling water beverage, summer drink, refreshing drink, natural sweetener, fruit beverage, non-alcoholic cocktail, peach sparkling drink