Pecan Free Grape Mint Sparkling Cooler
Fresh grapes and bright mint come together in this fizzy, jewel-toned drink that feels equal parts refreshing and a little fancy. The blender does the heavy lifting, breaking everything down into a vibrant base that gets strained smooth before the sparkling water ever touches it — so every sip is clean, light, and perfectly balanced. A splash of lime juice and just a touch of maple syrup give it that sweet-tart edge without tipping into sugary territory. This is the kind of drink you want on a warm afternoon when you need something more interesting than plain water but lighter than a cocktail. Because it's built entirely from whole fruit, fresh herbs, and pantry staples, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass — no hidden additives, no mystery flavorings. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wheel and it looks genuinely stunning, which makes it just as good for entertaining as it is for a quiet moment to yourself.
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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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