Cinnamon Free Grape Mint Sparkling Cooler
Fresh grapes and bright mint come together in a blended, strained base that's light, fruity, and genuinely refreshing — the kind of drink that feels fancy without requiring much effort at all. A splash of lime juice and a touch of maple syrup balance the natural sweetness of the grapes beautifully, while a pinch of salt pulls everything into focus. Once you stir in the chilled sparkling water, you've got a bubbly cooler that looks stunning in a glass and tastes even better than it sounds. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this recipe is a natural fit — every ingredient is straightforward, and there's nothing hidden in the mix to second-guess. Straining the blended fruit through a fine-mesh sieve gives the final drink a smooth, almost jewel-toned finish that's as pretty as anything you'd order at a restaurant. Pile in the ice, add a sprig of mint and a lime wheel if you're feeling it, and you've got a crowd-pleasing sipper that works for a backyard gathering or a quiet afternoon at home.
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4 servings
- 2 cups seedless red grapes, stems removed
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the grapes, mint leaves, maple syrup, lime juice, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing gently with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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