Pregnancy Friendly Raspberry Lemon Agua Fresca
Staying hydrated during pregnancy can feel like a chore when plain water gets old fast, and this vibrant raspberry lemon drink makes it genuinely something to look forward to. Fresh raspberries are simmered down with maple syrup into a rich, jewel-toned syrup that's naturally sweetened — no artificial colors or questionable additives in sight. Real lemon juice and a hit of zest keep everything bright and refreshing, while cold sparkling water gives it that satisfying fizz without any caffeine concerns. Straining out the seeds means a silky-smooth sip every time, which is a small but welcome detail when your body is already asking a lot of you. Poured over ice with a sprig of mint, it looks gorgeous enough to serve at a baby shower but easy enough to make on a regular Tuesday afternoon. It's the kind of drink that feels like a treat while still being something you can feel genuinely good about.
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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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