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Refreshing Grape & Botanical Summer Cooler
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Refreshing Grape & Botanical Summer Cooler

Enter the Refreshing Grape & Botanical Cooler. This isn't just another fruit juice; it is a sophisticated, textured mocktail that combines the antioxidant power of fresh grapes with the ancient cooling wisdom of Edible Gum Lace and Sweet Basil Seeds.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time6 hours
Course: Drinks
Servings: 1

Ingredients

  • The Botanical Pre-Prep:
  • 3 –4 pieces Edible Gum Lace Gond Katira — Soak in 1/2 cup water for 5-6 hours
  • 1 tsp Sweet Basil Seeds Sabja — Soak in 1/3 cup water for 15 mins
  • The Grape Juice Base:
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Purple or Black Grapes
  • 7 –8 Fresh Mint Leaves
  • 1/2 tsp Pink Himalayan Salt
  • 1 tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
  • 1 tsp Tangy Chaat Masala Spice Blend
  • 1.5 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 4 –5 Ice Cubes
  • 1/3 cup Water added gradually

Instructions

  • The Blender Mix: Combine fresh grapes, mint leaves, pink salt, roasted cumin powder, chaat masala, and lemon juice in a high-speed blender.
  • The Emulsion: Add 4–5 ice cubes and a splash of water. Blend until completely smooth.
  • Texture Check: Gradually add the remaining 1/3 cup of water while blending until the juice is pourable but rich.
  • Layering the Glass: In a tall serving glass, add 2 tbsp of the soaked, fluffy Edible Gum Lace (Gond Katira) jelly.
  • Adding Snap: Add 2.5 tbsp of the plumped Sweet Basil Seeds over the gum lace.
  • The Chill: Add 4–5 fresh ice cubes to the glass.
  • The Final Pour: Slowly pour the blended grape juice over the layered botanical jellies and ice.
  • Serve: Stir gently to distribute the jellies and serve immediately while ice-cold.