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Blue Raspberry Lemonade: The Ultimate Refreshing Summer Drink Recipe

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This Blue Raspberry Lemonade is the ultimate refreshing summer drink, combining the tartness of fresh lemon juice with the sweet and vibrant flavors of raspberries and blueberries. Perfectly balanced with homemade blue raspberry syrup, this lemonade is a delightful treat to cool down on warm days, garnished with fresh fruit and served over ice for an extra burst of freshness.

Ingredients

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Blue Raspberry Syrup

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • 1/4 teaspoon blue food coloring gel (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon raspberry extract (optional)
  • 1/8 teaspoon citric acid (optional)

Lemonade

  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 6–8 lemons)
  • 4–5 cups cold water (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or simple syrup, adjust to taste)

Garnish

  • Lemon slices
  • Fresh raspberries and blueberries (optional)
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Combine Sugar and Water: In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water. Place the saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add Berries: Add the raspberries and blueberries to the saucepan.
  3. Simmer and Mash: Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved. Gently mash the berries with the back of a spoon or a potato masher to release their juices and flavor.
  4. Continue Simmering: Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the syrup thickens slightly. Monitor closely to prevent burning.
  5. Strain the Syrup: Remove from heat and strain the berry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth into a bowl, pressing solids to extract syrup.
  6. Add Optional Ingredients: Stir in blue food coloring gel, raspberry extract, and citric acid if using.
  7. Cool and Store: Allow syrup to cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 2 weeks.
  8. Squeeze the Lemons: Extract about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice from 6-8 lemons, removing seeds.
  9. Make Simple Syrup (Optional): Combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water in a saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves; cool before use.
  10. Combine Lemon Juice, Sugar, and Water: In a large pitcher, mix lemon juice, sugar (or simple syrup), and 4 cups cold water. Stir until sugar dissolves.
  11. Adjust to Taste: Taste and add more sugar, lemon juice, or water to reach desired sweetness and tartness.
  12. Add More Water (If Needed): Add remaining water to achieve preferred consistency.
  13. Chill: Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors and chill thoroughly.
  14. Fill Glasses with Ice: Place ice cubes into serving glasses.
  15. Add Blue Raspberry Syrup: Pour 2-3 tablespoons of blue raspberry syrup into each glass.
  16. Top with Lemonade: Fill glasses with chilled lemonade, leaving room at the top.
  17. Stir Gently: Stir the syrup and lemonade gently to combine evenly.
  18. Garnish (Optional): Garnish with lemon slices, fresh raspberries, and blueberries if desired.
  19. Serve Immediately: Serve the Blue Raspberry Lemonade right away for maximum freshness and enjoyment.

Notes

  • Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar or simple syrup to suit your taste and lemon tartness.
  • The optional blue food coloring enhances visual appeal but is not necessary for delicious flavor.
  • Citric acid helps preserve the syrup and adds a pleasant tartness; omit if unavailable.
  • Use fresh or frozen berries depending on availability; frozen berries may require slightly longer simmering.
  • Store leftover syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
  • For a stronger berry flavor, increase the amount of raspberries and blueberries slightly.
  • To make the lemonade less sweet, reduce sugar and balance with additional lemon juice or water.

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