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Blue Raspberry Lemonade

Deliciously Cool Blue Raspberry Lemonade for Summer Fun

Enjoy a refreshing Blue Raspberry Lemonade, perfect for summer gatherings with its vibrant color and sweet-tart flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Raspberry Syrup
  • 2 cups Frozen Raspberries Substitution Note: Fresh raspberries can be used but may not yield as rich a syrup.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Prep Note: Balances the tartness of lemons with raspberry sweetness.
  • 1 cup Water Note: Essential for dissolving sugar and blending flavors.
For the Lemonade Base
  • ¾ cup Fresh Lemon Juice Preparation Note: About 5-6 large lemons needed for ¾ cup juice.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Note: Adjust based on personal sweetness preference.
  • 4 cups Cold Water Note: Essential for the final drink consistency.
  • A few drops Blue Food Coloring Prep Note: Add drops gradually for desired color intensity.
For Serving
  • 2 cups Ice Cubes Note: Enhance presentation when serving.
  • Fresh Lemon Wheels Garnish that adds elegance and a hint of lemon flavor.
  • Fresh Mint Sprigs Optional garnish for added aroma and visual appeal.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • large pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Blue Raspberry Lemonade
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine frozen raspberries, sugar, and water. Place over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a gentle boil. Simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens and the raspberries break down.
  2. Remove the raspberry syrup from heat and let it cool slightly. Using a fine-mesh strainer, pour the syrup into a large bowl or measuring cup, pressing down on the raspberries to extract as much liquid as possible. Set aside to cool completely.
  3. In a large pitcher, squeeze enough fresh lemons to gather approximately ¾ cup of lemon juice. Add granulated sugar to the lemon juice, stirring until completely dissolved.
  4. Pour the cooled raspberry syrup into the pitcher and stir together thoroughly to create a vibrant mix.
  5. Gradually stir in cold water, tasting along the way to adjust sweetness and tartness. Add blue food coloring drop by drop until desired hue is reached.
  6. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the Blue Raspberry Lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh lemon wheels and mint sprigs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve fresh for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness as desired and experiment with different berry syrups.

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