Guava Cilantro Good Company

Cilantro gives guava's tropical sweetness a fresh, savory counterpoint, while lime sharpens the finish. If cilantro isn't your flavor, this won't be the drink that hides it; the herb is part of the point. Use the leaves and press them gently so they don't become a shredded mouthful. Guava nectar may need a little extra water if it's thick. This is a bright, aromatic soda that pairs naturally with a salty snack and feels a little more unexpected than mint.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Sparkling water
• 2 oz Guava juice
• 4 leaf Cilantro leaves
• 1/4 oz Lime juice

Make it

1. Prepare the fruit and herbs as listed. Mash soft fruit to release juice; lightly press herbs or thin ginger slices without shredding them.
2. Add the still juices and stir. Strain out seeds, skins or herb pieces if you prefer a smoother texture.
3. Pour in the chilled sparkling water slowly and stir once. Serve immediately, with ice if you like.

Benefits

Lime · a little vitamin C

Lime contributes a little vitamin C for collagen formation for healthy skin; guava brings a fragrant tropical sweetness in this recipe.

Guava with a little lift

The guava brings a fragrant tropical sweetness, alongside cilantro and lime; the chilled carbonated mixer adds a crisp texture to that pairing.