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A glass of raspberry lemonade garnished with mint leaves and fresh berries.
Chef Aria Belle

raspberry lemonade

Quench your thirst with this refreshing raspberry lemonade! Perfect for summer gatherings, it's a delightful blend of sweet and tangy. 🍋🍓
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American-inspired comfort food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Fruits
  • 1 cup Fresh Raspberries Adds a burst of fruity flavor and vibrant color.
  • 4 Fresh Lemons Fresh Lemons Provides the perfect tangy balance to the sweetness.
Sweeteners
  • 1 cup Sugar Sweetens the drink; adjust to taste for your preferred sweetness.
  • 5 cups Water Serves as the base for your refreshing lemonade.
  • 1 handful Mint Leaves Adds a refreshing herbal note; muddle for more flavor.
  • 2 cups Sparkling Water Gives a fizzy twist to your lemonade for extra refreshment.

Equipment

  • 1 Blender For making raspberry puree.
  • 1 Measuring cup For measuring lemon juice.
  • 1 Small saucepan For dissolving sugar.
  • 1 Pitcher For mixing and serving the lemonade.

Method
 

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
  1. Collect fresh raspberries, lemons, sugar, water, and ice. Don't forget a cute pitcher!
Step 2: Prepare the Raspberries
  1. Rinse the raspberries gently under cool water. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
Step 3: Make the Raspberry Puree
  1. In a blender, combine the raspberries and a bit of water. Blend until smooth and strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
Step 4: Squeeze the Lemons
  1. Cut the lemons in half and squeeze out the juice into a measuring cup. Aim for about one cup of fresh lemon juice!
Step 5: Mix the Sweetness
  1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and one cup of water. Heat gently until the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 6: Combine Everything
  1. In your pitcher, mix the raspberry puree, lemon juice, and sugar syrup. Add four cups of cold water and stir well.
Step 7: Chill and Serve
  1. Refrigerate for at least an hour. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh raspberries and lemon slices!
Step 8: Enjoy!
  1. Take a sip, smile, and enjoy your refreshing raspberry lemonade with friends and family!