Refreshing Easy Raspberry Punch Recipe

This easy raspberry punch recipe is perfect for any occasion, from backyard barbecues to bridal showers. It combines the sweet tartness of raspberries with the refreshing fizz of lemon-lime soda. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a tasty and vibrant punch that will impress your guests. The punch takes only 10 minutes to prepare, making it a great option for last-minute gatherings. Serve it chilled over ice and enjoy the delightful flavors of summer in every sip.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh raspberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups lemon-lime soda
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar, and water.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, until the raspberries are soft and have released their juice.
4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 10 minutes.
5. Strain the raspberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
6. Discard the solids and let the raspberry syrup cool completely.
7. To the pitcher with the raspberry syrup, add the lemon-lime soda and lemon juice.
8. Stir gently to combine.
9. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the raspberry punch over the ice.
10. Garnish each glass with a fresh mint leaf.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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