Peanut Free Sparkling Grape Mint Lemonade
This vibrant, jewel-toned drink is the kind of thing that makes people stop mid-sip and ask what's in it. Fresh lemon juice brings bright tartness, while 100% grape juice adds a deep, fruity sweetness that pairs beautifully with a homemade maple-mint syrup. That syrup is the real secret — just a few minutes on the stove and a quick steep transforms simple ingredients into something that tastes genuinely special. Sparkling water ties it all together with a satisfying fizz that keeps every glass feeling festive. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from peanut concerns, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. It's an ideal pitcher drink for gatherings, warm afternoons, or anytime you want something that looks impressive without much effort. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lemon wheel and it's practically ready for its close-up.
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4 servings
For the mint syrup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
For the lemonade
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4–5 lemons)
- 1 cup 100% red sugar or purple grape juice, no added sugar
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice
For serving
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
- 4 lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the maple syrup fully dissolves, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, add the mint leaves, and let steep for 15 minutes until the syrup is fragrant and pale green.
- 2
Pour the mint syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or measuring cup, pressing the mint leaves gently to extract the liquid. Discard the spent mint.
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