Spice Free Honey White Grape Sparkling Cooler
There is something genuinely refreshing about a drink that feels fancy without requiring a single complicated ingredient. Sweet white grape juice gets lifted by a delicate honey-mint simple syrup, then topped with sparkling water for a bubbly, elegant cooler that tastes like something you'd order at a garden party. The mint steeps gently into the warm honey syrup and is then removed, so you get that subtle herbal fragrance without any sharp or spicy notes — making it a perfect fit for anyone who needs to keep things completely mild. Pouring the sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass is a small but satisfying trick that keeps every sip beautifully effervescent. The sweetness is also totally adjustable, so you can dial it up or down depending on your mood. It comes together in minutes and looks stunning with a fresh mint sprig tucked into the glass.
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2 servings
For the honey simple syrup
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp water
- 4 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
For the cooler
- 1 cup white grape juice, chilled
- 1 ½ cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, add the 4 mint leaves, and let steep for 10 minutes until fragrant. Discard the mint leaves.
- 2
Divide the ice evenly between 2 tall glasses. Pour half the white grape juice (1/2 cup) into each glass.
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