Homemade Sparkling Grape Juice Recipe – Easy, Refreshing, and All-Natural!
Make your own homemade sparkling grape juice with just three simple ingredients! This refreshing and all-natural drink is perfect for any occasion, free from preservatives, and bursting with fresh grape flavor.
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I have always disliked grape flavored things as I felt like it never actually tasted like grapes. But all that changed when I made this homemade sparkling grape juice. It is all from scratch, using (gasp!) real grapes! It is super easy and a fun alternative to buying sparkling beverages at the store. Use this for your next get together or any occasion really, your kids will thank you!
Why Make Homemade Sparkling Grape Juice?
Looking for something of the adult variety check out my LEMON DROP MARTINI RECIPE
Ingredients Needed
- 4-5 cups fresh red or green grapes, washed and de-stemmed
- 3 cups water
- ¼ cup sugar
- Sparkling water
- Ice (optional)
How to Make Homemade Grape Juice
- Prepare the grapes – Wash and de-stem the grapes.
- Simmer – In a 3-quart saucepan, combine grapes and water. Simmer on low for 1 ½ hours.
- Mash and Strain – Mash the softened grapes and strain through a fine-mesh strainer to extract the juice.
- Sweeten – Stir in the sugar while the juice is still warm.
How to Make Sparkling Grape Juice
- Fill a glass with ice (optional).
- Add 4 ounces of homemade grape juice.
- Pour in sparkling water to your desired strength.
- Stir and enjoy!
Tips for the Best Sparkling Grape Juice
- Use organic grapes for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sugar to taste or use honey as a natural sweetener.
- Try mixing red and green grapes for a unique flavor.
- Store extra grape juice in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Serving Suggestions
- Perfect as a refreshing summer drink.
- Great for special occasions, brunch, or holiday gatherings.
- Serve in fancy glasses with fresh grapes as a garnish.
- Pair with some YUMMY APPETIZERS for a well rounded snack.
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Homemade Sparkling Grape Juice
Make your own homemade sparkling grape juice with just three simple ingredients! This refreshing and all-natural drink is perfect for any occasion, free from preservatives, and bursting with fresh grape flavor.
Ingredients
- 4-5 cups fresh red or green grapes, washed and de-stemmed
- 3 Cups Water
- 1/4 Cup Sugar
- Sparkling Water
Instructions
Homemade Grape Juice
- Prepare the grapes – Wash and de-stem the grapes.
- Simmer – In a 3-quart saucepan, combine grapes and water. Simmer on low for 1 ½ hours.
- Mash and Strain – Mash the softened grapes and strain through a fine-mesh strainer to extract the juice.
- Sweeten – Stir in the sugar (or honey) while the juice is still warm.
Sparkling Grape Juice
- Fill a glass with ice (optional).
- Add 4 ounces of homemade grape juice.
- Pour in sparkling water to your desired strength.
- Stir and enjoy!
Notes
- Use organic grapes for the best flavor.
- Adjust the sugar to taste or use honey as a natural sweetener.
- Try mixing red and green grapes for a unique flavor.
- Store extra grape juice in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 60Sodium: 8mgCarbohydrates: 16gSugar: 16g
Nutrition facts are calculated automatically and are approximate.
