Tamarind Twilight

Tamarind and lime make this a decidedly sour sparkling drink, with the tamarind bringing a deeper, earthier tang than citrus alone. The concentrate needs to be stirred through completely before the bubbles go in. Use the stated amount first, since some concentrates are much stronger than others. If you like tart flavors, there’s plenty to enjoy here; if not, more dilution may be a better adjustment than more lime.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Sparkling water
• 1 tsp Unsweetened tamarind concentrate
• 1/2 oz Lime juice

Make it

1. Add any fruit, herbs, spices, or syrup to a glass and gently press to release flavor.
2. Add the still liquids and ice. Stir to combine.
3. Pour in the sparkling ingredient slowly and stir once. Serve immediately.

Benefits

Lime · a little vitamin C

Lime supplies some vitamin C for protecting cells from oxidative damage; pairing it with tamarind adds another layer to the flavor.

Make room for tamarind

Tamarind gives the lime a deep sweet-sour tang—an aromatic pairing to serve freshly mixed, while the bubbles are lively.