Wheat Free Sparkling Raspberry Lemon Spritzer
Fresh raspberries cooked down with maple syrup and water create a jewel-toned, naturally sweet base that makes this spritzer feel genuinely special — not like something you grabbed from a vending machine. The syrup gets strained until it's silky smooth, then brightened with a generous pour of freshly squeezed lemon juice before sparkling water brings the whole thing to life. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of wheat and gluten-containing grains, so there's no label-reading required and no compromises on flavor. It's the kind of drink that looks stunning on a table without requiring any complicated technique — just a saucepan, a strainer, and a pitcher. Serve it over ice with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint and it instantly feels like something from a nice brunch spot. Whether you're hosting guests with dietary restrictions or just want a refreshing homemade alternative to store-bought sodas loaded with mystery ingredients, this one delivers every time.
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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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