A sparkling mint lime drink with ice and fresh mint

Drink

Mint Sumac Lemon Soda

Lemon and sparkling water sharpened with tart sumac, fresh mint, and sea salt.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground sumac
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon simple syrup, optional
  • 2 cups chilled sparkling water
  • Ice and lemon slices

Method

  1. Muddle mint, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and syrup if using.
  2. Divide between two glasses filled with ice.
  3. Top with sparkling water.
  4. Stir gently until the sumac disperses.
  5. Garnish with lemon slices and mint.

Fresh Mint Tip

Use tender mint leaves so the drink stays clean against the tart sumac.