Pescatarian Sparkling Grape Mint Agua Fresca
Juicy green or red grapes get blended with fresh mint, bright lime juice, and a touch of maple syrup to create a drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The mixture is strained until silky smooth, then finished with a generous pour of chilled sparkling water for a refreshing fizz that makes it feel a little celebratory. That gentle pour along the side of the pitcher is a small but smart move — it keeps every bubble intact so the first sip is as lively as possible. A pinch of salt might seem unexpected, but it quietly sharpens all the fruity and herbal flavors without making the drink taste savory. Served over ice with mint sprigs and lime slices, it looks gorgeous on a table and comes together with almost no effort. This is the kind of drink that works equally well at a backyard cookout, a weekend brunch, or just a Tuesday afternoon when you want something a little more special than plain water.
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4 servings
- 3 cups seedless green or red grapes
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup, or more to taste
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 pinch fine salt
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the grapes, mint leaves, lime juice, maple syrup, cold water, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45 seconds.
- 2
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer set over a pitcher, pressing the solids with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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