Fresh grape juice is one of the easiest and most refreshing juice you can make during summer. With just a few ingredients like ripe grapes, a touch of sugar, lemon juice and cold water it comes together in minutes and tastes naturally sweet and cooling. It’s perfect for staying hydrated, especially during hot summer days. This juice not only cools down your body but also gives you a quick energy boost. It’s best enjoyed when served chilled in the morning or as a midday refresher.
Fresh Grape Juice
It is getting hot here. I don't feel like eating anything hot, the one thing which I want is juices, milkshakes, ice-cream and lots and lots of water. You can check out my list of juice recipes here.
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Grapes are one of my favorite fruit apart from pineapples and watermelons. I love the seedless variety, they are sweet and totally yum. It is great for making juices too. I already have a grape juice in this blog, this is a updated version with new pictures.
About Grape Juice
It’s getting really hot these days, and I don’t feel like eating anything hot or heavy. All I crave right now are fresh and cool drinks like milkshakes, fresh juices and ice creams. I started buying loads of seasonal fruits and making fresh juices almost everyday. One of my current favorites is this fresh grape juice. It’s super easy to make, naturally sweet and perfect for beating the heat.
Grape juice is a quick, simple and refreshing drink. It can be made in less than 10 minutes. Grapes have a natural sweetness and a juicy flavour that is perfect for a cool summer drink. I like to add a splash of lemon juice to balance the sweetness and enhance the taste. Most days, I blend a batch of fresh juice and keep it in the fridge, so I can have my healthy drink instead of store bought canned drinks. The best part about homemade juice is that we can adjust the sweetness. If the grapes are sweet enough, skip the sugar.
This grape juice is something that everyone in the family enjoys having! It satisfies people of all ages and it can be made in jiffy. It’s naturally hydrating, makes you feel refreshed and soothes the body heat during summer. It’s a refreshing and comforting drink that you can enjoy anytime!
And if you’re interested, you can also check out my other collections of juice recipes in my blog.
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WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS
Quick and easy : This grape juice can be made in less than 10 minutes. Just blend, strain and serve. No cooking or no fancy equipment required. Perfect for busy days or when you want something quick, simple and refreshing.
Natural sweetener : When grapes are ripe and in season, they are naturally sweet on their own. This means this recipe requires less or no sugar. The natural sweetener of the fruit yields a delicious juice.
WHY I LOVE THIS RECIPE - Grape juice is not a complicated or fancy recipe, it is just a basic, refreshing juice that can be made in a few minutes. This grape juice is a great choice for the whole family. It’s perfect for kids who are looking for a refreshing drink on hot summer days and for elders who prefer something light and easy to enjoy. It helps everyone to stay hydrated during hot days and offers a nice break from the heat. It’s not just a drink and also a delightful way to enjoy the summer and also perfect for parties or special gatherings.
Affordable : Grapes are often available at reasonable prices. And the rest of the ingredients are easily available at the pantry and inexpensive too. So it’s one of the affordable ways to make something refreshing at home during summer.
Nutrition : Grapes are naturally rich in antioxidants and vitamins. It helps to increase the blood count, lower the blood pressure and promotes heart health.
Ingredients
Seedless grapes : Grapes are the main ingredient. I have used a mix of black and green grapes to achieve a balanced flavour. Black grapes tend to be sweeter, while green grapes add tartness. It results in a sweet and tangy refreshing drink.
Sugar : Sugar is added to enhance the sweetness of the juice, add more if the grapes are slightly sour. For a healthier option, you can use honey, agave, coconut sugar instead of refined sugar.
Lemon juice : Lemon juice adds a fresh, zesty flavour and balances the overall taste. It also provides a refreshing acidity.
Ice cold water : Ice cold water is used to dilute the juice and yields a refreshing drink on hot days. If you want to add a bit of fizz, substitute with sparkling water or soda water for a bubbly grape juice.
Optional : Ice cubes : Ice cubes are optional and it is just for serving purposes. It helps to keep the juice cold and refreshing for a longer time.
Hacks
Prep work : Wash and clean the grapes well. Remove the stem and if you use seeded grapes, then remove the seeds before pulping.
Blender : Use a blender or a mixer jar for making the juice. Put every ingredient in the jar and grind until it is done. Strain them using a mesh strainer or sieve to remove any impurities or seeds.
Alternate method
Stove top cooking : Wash and clean the grapes. Remove the stem and seeds. In a large pot, add grapes and water until it is submerged. Cook them in low heat for 10 to 15 minutes. While it is heating up, mash them using potato masher and cook until it is soft. Remove and strain the pulp using a strainer or cheesecloth. This method tends to extract more natural flavour of grapes than blender. Use the strained pulp to make juice.
Grape Juice Recipe (Step by Step Pictures)
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| Take grapes in a blender |
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| Add in sugar |
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add in lemon juice |
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| puree till smooth |
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| strain it |
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| press and extract as much juice as possible |
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| press as much juice as possible |
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| Juice done |
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| Serve |
Expert Tips
- Wash and rinse the grapes thoroughly.
- Use seedless grapes, if used seeded grapes then strain the juice to remove any pulp or seeds.
- You can also mix the juice with sparkling water or soda when serving it to adults.
- For the smoothie version, beat the juice along with yogurt or milk. ● You can add a spoon of orange juice instead of lemon to add the zesty flavour.
- If you love to enjoy your drink like slushie, then freeze or chill the grapes ahead of time.
- Don’t throw away the strained grape pulp, use them for muffin, oats, smoothie, chia pudding for color and subtle grape flavour.
Storage
Store the grape juice in a juicer container or airtight glass bottle. It stays good for 3 to 5 days. Shake them well before serving.
Freeze the leftover grape juice by pouring them in an ice cube tray. This will turn into flavourful ice cubes that can be used for mocktails.
Serving
Serve them in a glass jar or in shot glass. Coat some salt on the top sides of the glass and pour the juice. Garnish with lemon wedge or mint leaves on top.
It can also be served as mocktails or cocktails. By mixing the juice with sparkling water or soda water or vodka for a fizzy and bubbly grape juice.
For slushie style drink, prepare the juice using frozen grapes and more ice cubes and serve it.
FAQ
1.Can I use frozen grapes ?
Absolutely! Yes you can use frozen grapes to make this juice. It also helps to attain a thick juice without the need of extra ice.
2.Can I skip sugar ?
You can skip or add less amount of sugar based on your dietary preference and also based on the natural sweetness of the grapes. In fact this recipe is so versatile that you can substitute it with other sweeteners like honey, agave and coconut sugar.
3. Does it work for other recipes ?
Grape juice works for making other recipes like mocktails, cocktails, and fruit popsicles or even for sorbet.
4. Do I have to use seedless grapes?
No! Both seed and seedless grapes work perfectly for this recipe. But using seedless grapes makes the process much easier. While using seeded grapes, strain the juice completely to remove the impurities and seeds.
Variations
Arabian pulpy grape juice : Arabian pulpy grape juice is popular in the Middle East region. Whereas the grapes are pressure cooked or steamed and then mashed. It is then blended with rose water, lemon juice and sugar. Chill and serve the drink.
Grape popsicle : Start by making sugar syrup, then mix it with grape pulp and lemon juice. Cool and transfer them to the popsicle mould. Freeze and serve. Kids will enjoy it for sure. You can also serve them without any guilt, as it is much better than the store bought sugary popsicles.
Grape sorbet : Grape sorbet is an Italian non-diary recipe. The grapes, lemon juices, sugar and water are blended together, which is then frozen and served.
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Grape Juice Recipe
Equipment
- Blender
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 3 cups Grapes
- 2 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- Water as needed
Instructions
- Take a blender and puree till smooth.
- Strain it and press to extract as much juice as possible.
- Pour into serving glass and serve immediately.
Nutrition
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