Refreshing Raspberry Lemonade
A vibrant, sweet-tart lemonade made with fresh lemons and ripe raspberries, perfect for summer refreshment. This homemade beverage combines juicy, tangy notes with a smooth raspberry purée, creating a cool and invigorating drink.
Ingredients
- 1 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/2 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Blend raspberries until smooth (or desired texture)
- Combine blended raspberries and lemon juice in a pitcher
- Add water and stir well
- Gradually mix in sugar while tasting for desired sweetness
- Serve over ice in glasses
Notes
Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor
Adjust sugar to taste; start with less and add more as needed
Thaw frozen raspberries slightly before blending
Strain through a fine sieve for smoother texture
Add fresh mint for extra flavor
Store in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days
Variations: Use honey/agave instead of sugar, replace water with soda water, add strawberries/blueberries
Adjust sugar to taste; start with less and add more as needed
Thaw frozen raspberries slightly before blending
Strain through a fine sieve for smoother texture
Add fresh mint for extra flavor
Store in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days
Variations: Use honey/agave instead of sugar, replace water with soda water, add strawberries/blueberries