Ingredients
- 1 cup chilled coconut water
- 1–2 tsp fresh lime or lemon juice
- A few mint leaves
- Fresh fruit (pineapple, watermelon, berries, etc.)
- 1–2 tsp honey or agave syrup (optional, to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Sparkling water (optional, for topping)
- Garnish: mint sprigs or fruit slices
Instructions
- Muddle mint leaves and fresh fruit pieces in a glass or shaker.
- Add lime or lemon juice and optional sweetener (honey or agave).
- Pour in chilled coconut water and stir gently.
- Add ice to fill the glass.
- Optional: Top with sparkling water for a fizzy finish.
- Garnish with mint or fruit slices and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use pure, unsweetened bottled coconut water for the best flavor.
- Adjust sweetness to taste or skip the sweetener entirely for a lighter drink.
- For a creamy twist, blend with frozen fruit and ice.
- Add ginger or swap citrus juices for variety.
- To prep ahead, mix juice and coconut water in advance and refrigerate; add ice and sparkling water just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg