A sparkling mint lime drink with ice and fresh mint

Drink

Jalapeno Mint Lime Soda

Fresh mint, jalapeno, lime, and sparkling water with a lightly salted edge.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 4 thin jalapeno slices, seeds removed
  • 2 limes, juiced
  • 1 teaspoon agave or simple syrup, optional
  • 2 cups chilled sparkling water
  • Ice
  • Flaky salt for rims

Method

  1. Rub two glass rims with lime and dip lightly in flaky salt.
  2. Muddle mint, jalapeno, lime juice, and agave very gently.
  3. Divide the mixture between ice-filled glasses.
  4. Top with sparkling water.
  5. Stir once and garnish with mint and jalapeno.

Fresh Mint Tip

Muddle mint just until fragrant; the jalapeno brings enough punch on its own.