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Blackberry Lemonade

Sweet & Refreshing Blackberry Lemonade for Hot Days

This refreshing Blackberry Lemonade is perfect for hot days, combining tart lemons and sweet blackberries for a cooling drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 2 cups blackberries Use ripe, juicy blackberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust amount based on sweetness preference
  • 1 cup water Opt for filtered water
For the Lemonade
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice Use freshly squeezed
  • ¾ to 1 cup blackberry syrup Adjust to desired sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional
  • 4 cups filtered water

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Large pitcher
  • Spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine blackberries, sugar, and water over medium-high heat. Stir and mash blackberries. Cook for about 10 minutes until thickened.
  2. Remove from heat and cool for a few minutes. Strain mixture through a fine mesh strainer, pressing to extract liquid. Add vanilla extract if desired.
  3. Squeeze fresh lemon juice and combine with filtered water in a large pitcher. Stir well.
  4. Once syrup cools, gradually mix it into the lemonade, tasting as you adjust sweetness. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Serve chilled over ice, garnishing with fresh blackberries and lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 33gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 29gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Using fresh ingredients like ripe blackberries and freshly squeezed lemons greatly enhances the flavor. Adjust syrup according to taste preferences.

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