Mango Lemonade Sparkling Drink (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 240 ml water
02 - 150 g caster sugar
03 - 390 g mango purée, canned or freshly blended
04 - 80 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
05 - 960 ml sparkling water, or still water for non-carbonated version

# Instructions:

01 - Combine 240 ml water and 150 g caster sugar in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture reaches a simmer. Remove from heat and let cool briefly.
02 - Add 390 g mango purée and 80 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice to a large pitcher. Stir until thoroughly blended.
03 - Gradually pour in 960 ml sparkling or still water, stirring regularly to ensure even consistency.
04 - Add the prepared simple syrup to the pitcher and stir to combine. Serve immediately over ice or chill in the refrigerator. Stir again before serving if chilled.

# Notes:

01 - For optimal flavor, use ripe mangoes for the purée or high-quality canned mango. Adjust sweetness by varying syrup quantity.