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Berry Lemonade: The Ultimate Refreshing Summer Drink Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Berry Lemonade is the ultimate refreshing summer drink combining the natural sweetness and tartness of mixed berries with freshly squeezed lemon juice. This homemade beverage balances sweet berry syrup and zesty lemonade for a delightful cooling treat perfect for hot days and gatherings.

Ingredients

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Berry Syrup

  • 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries), fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Lemonade

  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 6-8 lemons)
  • 6 cups cold water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

Garnish and Serving

  • Fresh berries
  • Lemon slices
  • Mint sprigs
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Make Berry Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine the mixed berries, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup water. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
  2. Simmer Berries: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until berries break down.
  3. Mash Berries: Use a potato masher or spoon to gently mash the berries to release more juice and flavor.
  4. Strain Syrup: Place a fine-mesh sieve over a heat-proof bowl. Pour the berry mixture through the sieve, pressing the solids to extract as much syrup as possible. Discard solids.
  5. Add Lemon Juice to Syrup: Stir 1 tablespoon lemon juice into the strained berry syrup.
  6. Cool Syrup: Let the berry syrup cool completely, refrigerating to speed up the process if desired.
  7. Prepare Fresh Lemon Juice: Squeeze lemons to yield 1 cup of fresh lemon juice and remove seeds.
  8. Make Simple Syrup (Optional): In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1/2 cup cold water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Let cool completely.
  9. Mix Lemonade: In a large pitcher, combine fresh lemon juice, remaining 5 1/2 cups cold water, and the 1/2 cup sugar or cooled simple syrup. Stir until sugar dissolves completely. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  10. Chill Lemonade: Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  11. Prepare Glasses: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes.
  12. Add Berry Syrup: Pour 2-3 tablespoons of berry syrup into each glass, adjusting to taste.
  13. Combine Drinks: Slowly pour lemonade over the berry syrup and ice.
  14. Mix Gently: Stir the drink gently to combine the lemonade and berry syrup.
  15. Garnish: Add fresh berries, lemon slices, and mint sprigs as desired for garnish.
  16. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Berry Lemonade.

Notes

  • You can adjust the sweetness by varying the sugar in the syrup and lemonade.
  • Use fresh or frozen berries depending on availability.
  • For a more intense berry flavor, let the berry syrup steep for longer before straining.
  • Optional simple syrup step ensures the sugar dissolves fully in the lemonade.
  • Keep the lemonade refrigerated until ready to serve for best flavor.
  • This recipe yields approximately 8 servings.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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