Paraben Free Raspberry Lemon Agua Fresca
Tart raspberries, bright lemon, and a touch of maple syrup come together in a sparkling drink that feels like summer in a glass. The process is simple but intentional — simmering the berries with water and maple syrup coaxes out every drop of deep, jewel-toned flavor before the mixture gets strained smooth and finished with fresh lemon juice and zest. Folding in cold sparkling water at the end keeps things lively and effervescent, so each sip has a satisfying fizz. Sweetened with maple syrup instead of refined sugar or synthetic additives, this recipe is a natural fit for anyone keeping a close eye on what goes into their food and drinks. Store-bought flavored waters and fruit drinks can be a minefield of preservatives and synthetic compounds, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the pitcher. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon slice for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required.
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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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