Black Pepper Free Raspberry Lemon Agua Fresca
Bright, fruity, and fizzing with fresh citrus, this raspberry lemon agua fresca is the kind of drink that makes any afternoon feel like a celebration. Fresh raspberries are gently cooked down with maple syrup until they release a gorgeous, deep-red juice, which gets strained smooth before lemon juice and zest are stirred in for a tart, aromatic lift. The whole thing is finished with cold sparkling water for a refreshing effervescence that feels fancy without any fuss. Because every single ingredient here is naturally free of spice and heat, there's zero guesswork about hidden seasonings sneaking into your glass. It's a genuinely crowd-pleasing option for anyone who needs to avoid peppery ingredients but still wants something vibrant and full of flavor. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a sprig of mint and a lemon slice, and it looks as stunning as it tastes.
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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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