Teresa's Recipes
Refreshing Raspberry Lemonade
This delightful Raspberry Lemonade marries the sweetness of fresh raspberries with the bright, zesty flavor of lemons, creating a refreshing drink perfect for hot summer days. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or just a relaxing afternoon on the porch, this beverage has a rich history dating back to the 19th century when lemonade became a popular refreshment in the United States. Enjoy it garnished with fresh mint for an extra touch of flavor!
Ingredients
- 2 cups Fresh raspberries
- 4, juiced and sliced Fresh lemons
- 3/4 cup (adjust to taste) Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Water
- as needed Ice cubes
- for garnish Fresh mint leaves
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Beverage
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Calories: 100
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 26g
- Protein: 1g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Sugar: 24g
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the raspberries, juice of 2 lemons, sugar, and 1 cup of water. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the raspberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove any seeds, pressing the mixture with a spoon to extract more juice.
- Add the remaining 3 cups of water to the pitcher and stir well to combine.
- Slice the remaining 2 lemons and add them to the pitcher for added flavor and visual appeal.
- Add ice cubes to the pitcher or directly into serving glasses.
- Serve the raspberry lemonade over ice, garnished with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch.
- Enjoy your homemade raspberry lemonade!
Tips
- For a sparkling version, replace some or all of the water with sparkling water or club soda.
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar based on your taste preference.
- Try adding a splash of vodka for an adult version of this refreshing drink!