Laura Mariano
Raspberry Lemonade is a refreshing drink made by combining freshly squeezed lemon juice with raspberry puree or raspberry syrup, water, and sugar (to taste). It’s often served over ice and garnished with fresh raspberries and lemon slices for added flavor and presentation. Would you like a detailed recipe for making it?
To make Raspberry Lemonade, you’ll need:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh raspberries (plus more for garnish)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices (for garnish, optional)
- Mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Make Raspberry Puree:
- In a blender or food processor, blend the fresh raspberries until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove the seeds (optional if you don’t mind the seeds).
- Prepare Lemonade Base:
- In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, granulated sugar, and cold water. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Combine Raspberry Puree:
- Add the raspberry puree to the lemonade mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Chill and Serve:
- Refrigerate the raspberry lemonade for at least 1-2 hours to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve over ice cubes in glasses.
- Garnish (optional):
- Garnish each glass with fresh raspberries, lemon slices, and mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.
Enjoy your refreshing Raspberry Lemonade!
