Raspberry Lemonade Fizz
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4.9
Raspberry Lemonade Fizz
Description
Raspberry Lemonade Fizz is a chilled beverage blending raspberry juice, lemonade concentrate, and ginger ale. The process begins by gently simmering thawed raspberries to release their juices, which are then strained to remove seeds. This raspberry syrup is chilled before being mixed with tart lemonade concentrate and spicy ginger ale, enhancing the flavor and adding a fizzy texture. The balance of sweet raspberry and citrus lemonade, lifted by the effervescence of ginger ale, creates a refreshing, fruit-forward drink. Garnishing with fresh lemon slices adds a bright visual and subtle citrus aroma.
The drink is served cold over ice, making it well suited for summer parties or casual refreshments. Its fruity and sparkling qualities provide a pleasant balance between sweetness and tartness without overpowering sweetness or heavy texture.
The recipe yields about 10 cups and can be stored refrigerated for up to 4 days. The raspberry syrup can be made up to three days in advance and frozen for long-term storage, which streamlines preparation for larger gatherings. Combining the syrup with ginger ale just before serving maintains the drink's carbonation.
Ingredients
- 24 ounces raspberries thawed and undrained (see note 1, frozen
- 1 (6 ounce) can lemonade concentrate thawed, frozen
- 1 (2 Liter) bottle ginger ale (see note 2)
- ice
- lemon sliced, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a 4-quart saucepan, bring the raspberries to a simmer over medium-high heat. Cook, stir frequently, until the berries have broken apart and released their juices, about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Using a fine-mesh sieve, strain the berries to remove the seeds, pushing down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. You should have about 1½ cups. Refrigerate raspberry juice until chilled, at least 2 hours.
- In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine raspberry juice and lemonade concentrate. Stir in ginger ale and serve immediately over ice, garnished with lemon slices if desired.
Notes
- Use thawed frozen raspberries rather than fresh for optimal flavor and color.
- Lemon-lime soda can replace ginger ale if desired, but the flavor and fizziness will differ slightly.
- This recipe yields about 10 servings of 1 cup each, making it suitable for parties.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
- The raspberry syrup can be prepared up to 3 days ahead and frozen for up to 3 months; thaw in the fridge overnight before use.
- Add ginger ale only just before serving to preserve its fizz.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings (1 cup each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 137 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 137kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 117mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
| Vitamin A | 22IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.9
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