Homemade Integral Grape Juice
Delight in the natural sweetness and rich flavor of homemade integral grape juice, free from added sugars and preservatives. This healthy and refreshing Brazilian beverage is perfect for any occasion.
Delight in the natural sweetness and rich flavor of homemade integral grape juice. Free from added sugars and preservatives, this Brazilian favorite is an easy, healthy, and refreshing beverage perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
π 1.5 to 2 kg of dark grapes uva pretinha or red/purple grapes, specific brand not provided
π§ 2-3 cups water 500-750 ml, measured using a Pyrex measuring cup
π₯€ Optional: Sparkling water for serving, brand not specified
Instructions
1- Preparation:
- Remove grapes from their stems and place them in a stainless steel colander.
- Rinse the grapes thoroughly under running water to remove any impurities.
2- Cooking:
- Transfer the cleaned grapes to a red enameled cast iron pot.
- Add water to the pot. For concentrated juice, reduce or omit water initially.
- Over medium heat on your black-surface stovetop either induction or electric, cook the grapes until they swell and the liquid reduces by 2-3 inches.
3- Cooling:
- Once cooked, allow the grapes and liquid to cool completely.
4- Blending:
- Move the cooled mixture to a large blender and blend until smooth.
- Use a fine-mesh stainless steel sieve to strain the blended mixture into a glass pitcher, using a wooden spoon to press out all the juice.
5- Serving:
- Serve the juice chilled in a double-walled glass cup, optionally adding a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy finish. Use a blue and white striped straw for decoration.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: Not specified
Equipment:
- Colander no brand specified
- Pot red enameled cast iron, no brand specified
- Measuring Cup: Pyrex
- Stovetop induction or electric, no brand specified
- Blender no brand visible
- Sieve/Strainer no brand specified
- Glass Pitcher
- Glass Cup: Double-walled
- Straw: Blue and white striped
- Spoon: Wooden
Cooking Tips
- For best flavor, use dark grapes like "uva pretinha" or other red/purple varieties.
- For those adventurous, try green grapes and share your results.
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