Raspberry Sunshine
Bask in the vibrant flavors of summer with "Raspberry Sunshine," a refreshing drink that combines the sweetness of fresh raspberries with the zesty tang of orange and lemon juices. Lightly sweetened with honey and topped with sparkling water, this stunning beverage is a perfect balance of natural fruitiness and effervescence. Ready in just 10 minutes, this thirst-quencher is as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy, making it an ideal choice for backyard gatherings, brunches, or a sunny afternoon pick-me-up. Serve it over ice and elevate the presentation with a sprig of fresh mint or a slice of orange for a dazzling, Instagram-worthy touch. Delight your guests with this naturally fizzy, antioxidant-rich, and utterly refreshing raspberry drink!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1.5 cups orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups sparkling water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 4 slices sliced orange (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh raspberries under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a blender, combine the raspberries, orange juice, lemon juice, and honey. Blend on high until smooth.
Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl or pitcher and pour the raspberry mixture through it. Use a spatula or spoon to press the liquid through, leaving the seeds behind. Discard the seeds.
Pour the strained liquid into a large pitcher and stir in the sparkling water.
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the Raspberry Sunshine mixture over the ice.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a slice of orange, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing taste of summer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 658 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.
