Old Fashioned Black Currant Lemonade
Quench your thirst with this vibrant and tangy Old Fashioned Black Currant Lemonade, a refreshing twist on a summer classic. Bursting with the tart sweetness of fresh black currants and the zesty tang of freshly squeezed lemon juice, this homemade lemonade is perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. A quick simmer of black currants in sugar water creates a vibrant, richly hued syrup that serves as the flavorful base of this beverage. After blending with cool water, lemon juice, and a touch of ice, the result is a fruity, refreshing drink that's as gorgeous as it is delicious. Garnished with a slice of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint, it's ideal for backyard gatherings, picnics, or simply elevating your everyday refreshment. Perfect for summer sipping, this black currant lemonade is easy to make and sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh black currants
- 0.5 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 cups Water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lemon slices (for garnish)
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the black currants, 1 cup of water, and granulated sugar.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the black currants burst and release their juices.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Once cooled, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing gently to extract all the juice. Discard the solids.
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the remaining 2 cups of cold water to the pitcher, stirring well to combine.
Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the black currant lemonade over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a fresh mint leaf, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.6 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 115.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 650 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
