Raspberry Refresher

This delightful Raspberry Refresher is a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors, making it the ideal way to cool down on a hot summer day. Using fresh raspberries and zesty lemon juice, this homemade lemonade is a refreshing and satisfying choice for any occasion.

Raspberry Refresher

A delightful blend of sweet raspberries and tangy lemon juice, the Raspberry Refresher is the perfect way to beat the summer heat.

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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
  • ice
  • additional raspberries for garnish, if desired

Instructions

  1. Create a simple syrup by combining the sugar with 2 tablespoons of water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool.
  2. Puree the raspberries and strain the pulp to remove the seeds.
  3. In a pitcher, combine the raspberry puree, simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice.
  4. Add 1-2 cups of cold water, adjusting to your desired level of sweetness and tartness.
  5. Serve over ice and garnish with whole raspberries, if desired.