Raspberry Lemonade Recipe
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Raspberry Lemonade Recipe
Description
The Raspberry Lemonade Recipe combines fresh raspberries pureed with half of the water to create a bright, fruity base. This is then mixed with freshly squeezed lemon juice, raspberry syrup, sugar, and additional water to dilute and balance flavors. The resulting drink is a cool, fruity lemonade with natural berry tartness and pleasant sweetness. It is served cold for maximum refreshment.
The method is straightforward, requiring no cooking, preserving the fresh characteristics of the raspberries and lemons. The raspberry syrup boosts color and flavor depth. Adjusting the sugar amount can tailor sweetness to taste.
This lemonade is ideal for warm days or casual gatherings. Using fresh lemon juice is recommended, but bottled lemon juice is an acceptable substitute without compromising the flavor significantly. The lemonade can be stored in the refrigerator up to one week, allowing for advance preparation and convenience.
If needed, frozen raspberries can be thawed in the refrigerator before use, providing flexibility when fresh berries are unavailable.
Ingredients
- 8 cups water divided, cold
- 1 ¼ cup raspberries fresh
- ¾ cup lemon juice
- 2 tsp raspberry syrup
- ¼ cup granulated sugar white
Instructions
- Puree the raspberries with 4 cups of water.
- In a large pitcher, combine the pureed raspberries, lemon juice, raspberry syrup, sugar, and remaining water.
- Slowly stir the ingredients together until homogenous.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Frozen raspberries can be thawed in the refrigerator prior to pureeing if fresh raspberries are not available.
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice is preferred for the best flavor, though bottled lemon juice may be used as a substitute.
- This lemonade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week to keep it fresh.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 43 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 43kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 52mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 8IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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