Iced kiwi and lime cider

The exotic acidity and tiny, crunchy seeds of kiwi (Chinese gooseberry) add an exciting texture to smooth cider. This recipe is a celebration of green flavours: lime, mint, and kiwi chlorophyll freshness meet the sweetness of apple. It is important to know that kiwi enzymes (actinidin) can break down proteins, but here, as there is no dairy, we can use it freely.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 165 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Chopping board and knife
  • Large glasses
  • Mixing spoon
  • Muddler (optional)

Allergen Information

⚠️ Sulphur dioxide/Sulphites

Instructions

1

Peel the kiwis and cut into very small cubes. Cut the lime in half, squeeze one half, and slice the other.

Tip: The smaller you cut the kiwi, the more juice it releases, but it won't be pureed, so the cider's fizz remains.
2

Put the kiwi cubes, honey, and lime juice in the bottom of the glasses. Crush slightly with a spoon (muddling).

Tip: Crushing helps mix the honey with the acidic juices.
3

Add the mint and press gently again, but do not break it.

Tip: If you break the mint, it becomes bitter. We just want to release the oils.
4

Fill the glass with ice.

Tip: The ice anchors the fruit at the bottom of the glass.
5

Top up with cold cider and stir from the bottom up with a long spoon.

Tip: This mixes the honey-fruit base up into the cider.
6

Garnish with a lime wheel.

Tip: The scent of the lime peel will be noticeable with every sip.

Recipe FAQ

Why does kiwi sting?
If you use underripe kiwi, the calcium oxalate crystals in it can irritate your tongue. Use soft, ripe fruit!

Ingredients

  • 500 ml Apple cider (chilled)
  • 2 pieces Ripe kiwi
  • 15 g Runny honey
  • 1 piece Lime
  • 6 leaves Fresh mint
  • 10 pieces Ice cubes