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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
- Fresh raspberries
- 2 cups
- Fresh lemons
- 4, juiced and sliced
- Granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup (adjust to taste)
- Water
- 4 cups
- Ice cubes
- as needed
- Fresh mint leaves
- for garnish
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!
Dietary Information
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
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