Best 4 Raspberry Lemonade Concentrate Recipes

Indulge in the refreshing delight of homemade raspberry lemonade, a thirst-quenching beverage perfect for warm summer days. With two delectable variations to choose from, this recipe offers a classic lemonade concentrate and a tantalizing sparkling raspberry lemonade. Both recipes are easy to make and require simple ingredients, allowing you to enjoy the vibrant flavors of raspberries and lemons in no time. Whether you prefer the timeless taste of traditional lemonade or desire a fizzy, fruity treat, this recipe has something for every lemonade enthusiast.

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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

Ingredients

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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Provided by Ree Drummond Bio & Top Recipes

Categories beverage

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

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.

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

Ingredients

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

SPARKLING RASPBERRY LEMONADE (CROWD SIZE)

Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade (Crowd Size) image

Look in the supermarket freezer case for the beginnings of a sparkling party beverage.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Beverage

Time 3h10m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen raspberries in syrup, thawed
2 cans (12 ounces each) frozen pink lemonade concentrate, thawed
2 cans (11 1/2 ounces each) frozen raspberry juice cocktail concentrate, thawed
12 cups water
4 cans (12 ounces each) lemon-lime soda pop
1 lemon, thinly sliced

Steps:

Carefully spoon raspberries with syrup into 2 ice-cube trays. Add enough water to just cover raspberries. Freeze 3 hours or until firm.
In very large plastic or glass pitcher, mix lemonade concentrate, raspberry juice concentrate and water. Refrigerate until serving time.
Just before serving, stir soda pop into lemonade mixture. Place ice cubes in glasses; pour lemonade mixture over ice. Garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 10 mg

Tips for Making Raspberry Lemonade Concentrate:

Choose Ripe Raspberries: Use fresh, ripe raspberries for the best flavor. Overripe berries can be too mushy, while unripe berries can be tart.
Wash the Raspberries Thoroughly: Rinse the raspberries gently under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Avoid using too much water, as this can dilute the flavor of the berries.
Use a Fine-Mesh Strainer: When straining the raspberry puree, use a fine-mesh strainer to remove all the seeds. This will give you a smooth, seedless concentrate.
Adjust the Sweetness: The amount of sugar in the concentrate can be adjusted to your preference. If you like your lemonade tart, use less sugar. If you prefer a sweeter lemonade, add more sugar.
Store the Concentrate Properly: Store the raspberry lemonade concentrate in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. You can also freeze the concentrate for up to 6 months.

Conclusion:

This raspberry lemonade concentrate is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the taste of summer. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a batch of concentrate that can be used to make lemonade, cocktails, or other drinks. The concentrate is also a great way to preserve the flavor of fresh raspberries. So next time you have a bounty of raspberries, be sure to make a batch of this delicious concentrate.