Shellfish Free Fresh Grape Lime Lemonade
This is the kind of drink that makes you feel like summer actually showed up. Muddled red or green grapes bring a deep, fruity sweetness that plays beautifully against the bright punch of fresh lemon and lime juice, while a maple syrup simple syrup ties everything together with a subtle, rounded sweetness. The whole thing gets strained smooth, so you get all that gorgeous grape flavor without any pulp or seeds getting in the way. It's naturally free of anything from the sea — just fruit, citrus, and a handful of pantry staples — so there's zero guesswork about what's in your glass. A garnish of lime slices or fresh mint takes it from everyday to genuinely impressive, whether you're serving it at a backyard cookout or just treating yourself on a warm afternoon. The balance of tart and sweet is easy to dial in to your taste, making this one of those recipes you'll come back to all season long.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup water
For the lemonade
- 1 ½ cups seedless red or green grapes
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 2 ½ cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lime slices or fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
- 2
Place the grapes in a pitcher or large bowl and muddle firmly with a muddler or the back of a fork until the grapes are fully crushed and juicy.
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