Name: Refreshing and tangy raspberry lemonade made from scratch
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh raspberries; 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 cup granulated sugar; 4 cups cold water; Ice cubes; Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Refreshing and tangy raspberry lemonade made from scratch

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Beat the heat with this delightful and refreshing raspberry lemonade. Made with fresh raspberries and zesty lemons, this tangy drink is perfect for summer picnics or just lounging by the pool. Upgrade your regular lemonade experience with the sweet and tart flavors of raspberries.

Ingredients

1 cup fresh raspberries
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups cold water
Ice cubes
Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

In a blender, puree the fresh raspberries until smooth.
Strain the raspberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the seeds.
In a large pitcher, combine the raspberry puree, freshly squeezed lemon juice, granulated sugar, and cold water.
Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Place the pitcher in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour.
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the chilled raspberry lemonade over the ice.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Stir gently before drinking.
Enjoy the refreshing raspberry lemonade!

Interesting Facts

Raspberries are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, making this lemonade not only delicious but also nutritious.

You can adjust the sweetness of the lemonade by adding more or less sugar according to your taste.

Feel free to customize the recipe by adding other fruits like strawberries or blueberries for a berry medley lemonade.