Best 8 Easy Raspberry Lemonade Recipes

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Quench your thirst with a refreshing and flavorful homemade Raspberry Lemonade! This delightful beverage combines the sweet tanginess of raspberries with the zesty brightness of lemons, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Enjoy the classic version or explore variations like Honey-Sweetened Raspberry Lemonade, Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade Spritzer, and Frozen Raspberry Lemonade Popsicles. With easy-to-follow instructions and helpful tips, this article offers a collection of delicious raspberry lemonade recipes that will elevate your next gathering or add a refreshing touch to your everyday routine. Discover the perfect thirst-quenching treat for any occasion!

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

RASPBERRY LEMONADE RECIPE



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This sweet and tangy, made from scratch, raspberry lemonade is so refreshing and delicious. The perfect treat to enjoy all summer long!

Provided by Alicia Skousen

Categories     Drinks

Time 1h23m

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 ounces fresh raspberries
1/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 tablespoon corn starch
2 tablespoons water
1 1/2 cups lemon juice (from about 7 large lemons)
1 3/4 cup white sugar
8 cups water

Steps:

  • To make the raspberry sauce, add the raspberries, lemon juice, and sugar to a medium sauce pan.
  • Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently to break up the raspberries, until the mixture comes to a simmer.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the corn starch and water.
  • Pour the corn starch mixture into the pot, stir to combine, and cook 2-3 minutes, until thickened.
  • Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  • To make the lemonade, in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine sugar and one cup of water.
  • Bring mixture to a boil, stirring often until sugar is completely dissolved (about 5 minutes).
  • Allow mixture to come to room temperature and chill for 1 hour.
  • In a large pitcher, combine juice from lemons, the remaining seven cups of water and the sugar water mixture.
  • Stir well and chill.
  • To assemble, spoon two tablespoons of raspberry sauce into the bottom of a glass.
  • Add ice and pour lemonade to fill the glass. Stir and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 236 kcal, Carbohydrate 61 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 13 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 55 g

RASPBERRY LEMONADE



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Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     beverage

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups fresh lemon juice
3 cups sugar
1 bag frozen raspberries
Ice cubes, for serving

Steps:

  • Squeeze the lemons and pour the juice into a pitcher. Mix together the sugar with 3 cups water and stir to dissolve to make a syrup. Add the syrup to the lemon juice and top it up with 8 cups water. Taste to make sure it's sweet enough for you, and then add the raspberries. Mix the lemonade together and let chill in the fridge. (Keep in mind that the raspberries are tart, so be sure to sweeten enough!)
  • Fill mason jars with ice cubes and top them off with the lemonade.

RASPBERRY LEMONADE



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Puréed fresh raspberries give this fresh squeezed raspberry lemonade fruity flavor and a vibrant pink color.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Drinks

Time 15m

Yield 1¾ quarts

Number Of Ingredients 6

1¾ cups fresh squeezed lemon juice, from 8-12 lemons, strained
½ pound (8 oz.) raspberries, plus more for serving
5 cups water
1 cup sugar
Lemon wedges, for serving
Fresh mint, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the raspberries and ½ cup of the lemon juice in a blender; purée until smooth, then pass the mixture through a fine sieve into a large bowl to strain out the seeds (the fastest way to force it through is by pressing a ladle against the strainer in a circular motion). Add the remaining lemon juice, water, and sugar to the bowl and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Taste, then and add more sugar, lemon juice or water if necessary (keep in mind that ice cubes will water it down). Pour into glasses with ice cubes and garnish with lemon wedges, raspberries and fresh mint, if desired. The lemonade will keep in the fridge for a few days.

Nutrition Facts :

RASPBERRY LEMONADE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 2 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 cups fresh lemon juice (from about 15 lemons)
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 10-ounce bag frozen raspberries

Steps:

  • Put the lemon juice in a pitcher. Mix the sugar and 1 1/2 cups water to make a syrup, stirring well until the sugar dissolves. Add the sugar syrup to the lemon juice and top with 4 cups water. Taste to make sure it's sweet enough for you, then add the raspberries. (Keep in mind that the raspberries are tart, so be sure to sweeten enough!) Stir the lemonade, then chill in the fridge.
  • Fill mason jars with ice cubes and top them off with the lemonade.

EASY RASPBERRY LEMONADE



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We came up with this recipe for my brother's wedding reception. We wanted to serve something that was easy and quick to fix, yet good at the same time. After a few tries, we ended up with this recipe...and a lot of compliments.

Provided by Tori Hermansen

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 fluid ounce) can frozen raspberry lemonade concentrate
3 cups water
¾ teaspoon lime juice
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle lemon-lime flavored carbonated beverage
1 cup crushed ice
1 cup fresh raspberries, garnish
18 Mint leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a large punch bowl, combine raspberry lemonade concentrate, water and lime juice. Stir in lemon-lime soda and crushed ice. Garnish each glass with a fresh raspberry and a mint leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56.5 calories, Carbohydrate 14.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 4.5 mg, Sugar 10.4 g

RASPBERRY LEMONADE CONCENTRATE



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Here's a concentrate that allows you to enjoy a refreshing summer beverage any time of year. Sweet raspberries balance the tartness from lemons. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 5 pints of concentrate (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pounds fresh raspberries (about 14 cups)
6 cups sugar
4 cups lemon juice
Chilled tonic water or ginger ale
Ice cubes

Steps:

  • Place raspberries in a food processor; cover and process until blended. Strain raspberries, reserving juice. Discard seeds. Place juice in a Dutch oven; stir in sugar and lemon juice. Heat over medium-high heat to 190°. Do not boil. , Remove from heat; skim off foam. Carefully ladle hot mixture into five hot 1-pint jars, leaving 1/4-in. headspace. Wipe rims; screw on bands until fingertip tight. , Place jars into canner simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 10 minutes. Remove jars and cool., To use concentrate: Mix 1 pint concentrate with 1 pint tonic water. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 20mg sodium, Carbohydrate 83g carbohydrate (78g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

RASPBERRY LEMONADE



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This crisp, tart beverage is a real thirst-quencher on a hot day. Pretty enough to serve at a bridal shower and refreshing enough to pour at a picnic, it's a fun change from iced tea or regular lemonade.-Dorothy Jennings, Waterloo, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 3-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cans (12 ounces each) frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen sweetened raspberries, partially thawed
2 to 4 tablespoons sugar
2 liters club soda, chilled
Ice cubes

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine lemonade concentrate, raspberries and sugar. Cover and process until blended. Strain to remove seeds. In a 4-1/2-qt. container, combine raspberry mixture, club soda and ice cubes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 34mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

RASPBERRY LEMONADE



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The most refreshing pitcher of raspberry lemonade starts with homemade fresh raspberry syrup. Learn our recipe for pink lemonade here.

Provided by Al Sotack

Time 10m

Yield Makes about 7 cups; 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 cups filtered or sparkling water
1¼ cups fresh lemon juice (from about 5 lemons)
1 cup Raspberry Syrup (see recipe)
Lemon wheels (for serving)

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher, stir together 3 cups filtered or sparkling water, 1¼ cups fresh lemon juice, and 1 cup Raspberry Syrup. Add 2 cups ice and stir for 20 seconds to mix and chill. Garnish with lemon wheels and serve in ice-filled glasses.

Tips:

  • Select ripe and flavorful raspberries: The quality of your raspberries will greatly impact the taste of your lemonade. Choose fresh, plump, and brightly colored raspberries for the best flavor.
  • Use a fine-mesh strainer: When straining the raspberry puree, use a fine-mesh strainer to remove all the seeds and pulp. This will give you a smooth and delicious lemonade.
  • Adjust the sweetness to your taste: The amount of sugar in this recipe is just a suggestion. Feel free to adjust it to your liking. If you prefer a sweeter lemonade, add more sugar. If you prefer a tarter lemonade, add less sugar or omit it altogether.
  • Chill before serving: For the best flavor, chill the lemonade for at least 2 hours before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Garnish with fresh raspberries and lemon slices: When serving the lemonade, garnish it with fresh raspberries and lemon slices for a beautiful and refreshing presentation.

Conclusion:

This easy raspberry lemonade is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is made with fresh raspberries, lemon juice, sugar, and water. The lemonade is easy to make and can be tailored to your taste. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give this raspberry lemonade a try. You won't be disappointed!

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