Gelatin Free Grape Mint Infused Water
This refreshing drink is exactly what a warm afternoon calls for — a gorgeous, jewel-toned pitcher of grape and mint that looks as good as it tastes. Rather than simply dropping fruit into water and waiting hours, this recipe blends the grapes directly with mint and a cup of water, then strains everything smooth for a flavor that's vibrant and immediate. The result is a naturally sweet, lightly herbal drink with a beautiful purple-pink hue that needs zero artificial color or flavoring to impress. A splash of lemon juice brightens the whole thing, and a touch of maple syrup can round out the sweetness if you like — both are completely optional, so you're in control. Many packaged flavored waters and drink mixes rely on additives that can be tricky to vet, so making this at home means you know exactly what's in your glass. It's an effortless, crowd-pleasing option for entertaining, meal prep, or just staying hydrated in style.
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4 servings
- 1 cup red seedless grapes
- 4 cups cold water
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the grapes, mint leaves, and 1 cup of the cold water to a blender. Blend on high for 20–30 seconds until the grapes are fully broken down and the mixture is smooth and uniformly purple-pink.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, pressing gently on the solids with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible, then discard the solids.
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