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Homemade Raspberry Lemonade Recipe

4.9 from 68 reviews

Refresh yourself with this vibrant homemade raspberry lemonade recipe. Combining the tartness of freshly squeezed lemons with the sweet, fruity flavor of raspberries, this refreshing beverage is perfect for warm days or any time you want a delightful, thirst-quenching drink made from natural ingredients.

Ingredients

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Raspberry Syrup

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 1 cup cold water

Lemonade

  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 46 lemons)
  • 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 45 cups cold water (adjust to taste)
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slices and fresh raspberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Raspberry Syrup: In a blender, combine raspberries and 1 cup cold water. Blend until smooth, then strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, resulting in a smooth raspberry syrup.
  2. Mix Lemonade: In a large pitcher, combine the raspberry syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and sugar. Stir well until the sugar fully dissolves into the mixture.
  3. Add Water and Adjust Taste: Pour in 4 to 5 cups of cold water to the pitcher and mix thoroughly. Taste the lemonade and adjust the water quantity as needed to achieve your preferred balance of sweetness and tartness.
  4. Serve: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes, pour the homemade raspberry lemonade over the ice, and garnish with lemon slices and fresh raspberries if desired for an inviting presentation.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, strain the raspberry puree carefully to remove all seeds.
  • Adjust the sugar amount based on how tart or sweet your lemons and raspberries are.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor; bottled lemon juice may alter the taste.
  • Make sure to chill the lemonade before serving for optimal refreshment.
  • Can be doubled or halved easily depending on serving size needs.

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