Mustard Free Sparkling Raspberry Lemon Spritzer
Fresh raspberries simmered down with maple syrup and water create a jewel-toned syrup that forms the heart of this gorgeous, fizzy drink. Bright lemon juice cuts through the sweetness, and chilled sparkling water brings the whole thing to life with a satisfying effervescence. Every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward — no condiments, no hidden seasonings, just fruit, citrus, and a little natural sweetness. That matters more than you might think, since flavored syrups and bottled drink mixes can sometimes sneak in unexpected additives that aren't always obvious on the label. Making the syrup from scratch takes only a few minutes on the stovetop, and straining out the raspberry solids gives you a silky, vibrant base that looks stunning poured over ice. Finish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint for a presentation that feels genuinely special without any extra effort.
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4 servings
For the raspberry syrup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
For the spritzer
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice
For serving
- 4 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the maple syrup dissolves, about 1 minute. Add the raspberries and cook, pressing them gently with the back of a spoon, until the berries have broken down and the syrup is deep red, about 3–4 minutes.
- 2
Pour the raspberry mixture through a fine-mesh strainer set over a small bowl or measuring cup, pressing the solids firmly with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. Let the raspberry syrup cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
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