Raspberry Refresher

This Raspberry Refresher is a delightful balance of sweet and tart, making it the perfect summer thirst-quencher. The combination of freshly squeezed lemons, pureed raspberries, and a touch of simple syrup creates a refreshing and vibrant drink that will cool you down on hot days. Garnish with whole raspberries to add a pop of color and enjoy this homemade lemonade with a twist!

Raspberry Refresher

A refreshing homemade raspberry lemonade with a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/4 cup raspberries, pureed and strained
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 1-2 cups cold water (adjust to taste)
  • Ice
  • Whole raspberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine the sugar and 2 tablespoons of water. Heat over medium heat and swirl occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved. Let the simple syrup cool.
  2. Puree the raspberries in a blender or food processor. Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to separate the seeds from the pulp.
  3. In a large pitcher, combine the raspberry puree, cooled simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice.
  4. Add 1-2 cups of cold water, adjusting to your preferred sweetness and tartness.
  5. Serve over ice and garnish with whole raspberries.