Walnut Free Sparkling Grape Mint Agua Fresca
Refreshing, vibrant, and just a little fancy, this sparkling agua fresca is the kind of drink that makes any afternoon feel like a celebration. Whole grapes are blended with fresh mint, bright lime juice, and a touch of maple syrup before being strained into a silky, jewel-toned base that's completely free of tree nuts by nature. The ingredient list is beautifully simple — no mystery additives, no store-bought concentrates, just real fruit and herbs you can feel good about. A pinch of salt might sound unexpected, but it quietly sharpens every other flavor in the glass. The finishing touch of chilled sparkling water adds a gentle fizz that makes this feel far more special than the effort involved. Serve it over ice with a sprig of mint and a lime slice, and it's genuinely hard to believe something this pretty came together in under half an hour. It's a crowd-pleaser for backyard gatherings, brunches, or just a Tuesday when you need something cold and delicious.
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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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