Blue Raspberry Lemonade Drink (Print-Friendly Version)
Fresh lemon juice and blue raspberry syrup create a zesty, vivid summer drink everyone can enjoy.
# Ingredients:
→ Main
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180 ml fresh lemon juice (from approximately 6–8 lemons)
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200 g granulated sugar
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1.25 litres water, divided
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120 ml blue raspberry syrup
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Blue food colouring (optional)
→ Garnish
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Fresh raspberries
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Lemon slices
# Steps:
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Combine the sugar and 240 ml of water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring constantly until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool fully.
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In a large pitcher, add the fresh lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, blue raspberry syrup, and 1 litre of cold water. Stir thoroughly to blend.
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Add a few drops of blue food colouring if a more vivid hue is desired, stirring and adjusting until reaching the preferred tone.
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Taste and modify with additional sugar or water to achieve optimal sweetness and tartness.
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Refrigerate the pitcher for at least 30 minutes to ensure the lemonade is well chilled.
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Pour the blue raspberry lemonade over ice, garnishing each glass with fresh raspberries and lemon slices.
# Notes & Tips:
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For a sparkling experience, substitute some still water with chilled sparkling water when mixing the lemonade base.
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For a reduced-sugar variation, replace granulated sugar with stevia or monk fruit sweetener to taste.
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Refrigerate any leftovers in a covered pitcher for up to one week to maintain freshness.
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To create a cocktail, incorporate a measure of rum or gin before serving.