Artificial Flavors Free Raspberry Lemon Agua Fresca
Bright, bubbly, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this raspberry lemon agua fresca is the kind of refreshing drink that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a bottle of something artificial. Fresh raspberries are gently cooked down with maple syrup until they release every drop of their deep, jewel-toned juice — no synthetic shortcuts needed. A fine-mesh strainer does the heavy lifting to give you a silky, seed-free syrup that's naturally vibrant and intensely fruity. Fresh lemon juice and zest bring a zippy citrus brightness that store-bought flavored drinks try to mimic but never quite nail. Once you stir in cold sparkling water, the whole thing comes alive with a gentle fizz that feels celebratory without any effort. Poured over ice and finished with a sprig of mint or a lemon slice, it's as pretty as it is delicious — perfect for a backyard gathering or just a slow afternoon on the porch.
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4 servings
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- ½ cup water
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 3 cups cold sparkling water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the raspberries, water, and maple syrup in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally and pressing the raspberries against the side of the pan with a wooden spoon, until the berries have completely broken down and the mixture is deep red and steaming, about 4–5 minutes.
- 2
Pour the raspberry mixture through a fine-mesh strainer set over a pitcher, pressing firmly on the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the seeds and pulp left in the strainer.
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