Turmeric Free Sparkling Grape Mint Lemonade
This sparkling sipper is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh lemon juice and 100% grape juice bring a gorgeous deep blush color to the glass, while a homemade maple-mint syrup adds a cool, herbal sweetness that you simply can't get from a bottle. The whole thing gets topped off with chilled sparkling water for that satisfying fizz that makes it feel festive without any effort. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this recipe is a genuinely refreshing find — every single ingredient is straightforward and clean, with zero hidden seasonings or blends to second-guess. Steeping fresh mint leaves into warm maple syrup is a small step that pays off enormously in flavor, and straining it out keeps the drink crystal clear and elegant. Garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint and it looks like something from a restaurant menu. Make a big pitcher for guests or keep it all to yourself — no judgment either way.
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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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