Pregnancy Friendly Grape Mint Sparkling Cooler
Staying hydrated during pregnancy can feel like a chore when plain water gets old fast, and most store-bought sparkling drinks are loaded with caffeine, artificial sweeteners, or ingredients you'd rather avoid right now. This cooler is a genuinely refreshing alternative that feels festive without any of the worry. Blended red grapes bring natural sweetness and a gorgeous deep-pink hue, while fresh mint and a squeeze of lime keep every sip bright and lively. A touch of maple syrup rounds out the flavor without going overboard on added sugar. The whole thing comes together in minutes — blend, strain, and stir in the sparkling water — making it easy to whip up whenever a craving for something bubbly strikes. Served over ice with a sprig of mint, it looks beautiful enough for a baby shower but is simple enough for a quiet Tuesday afternoon.
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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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