Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshingly sweet Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade, a perfect blend of tart lemons, juicy raspberries, and fizzy sparkling water. This easy-to-make beverage combines homemade raspberry simple syrup with freshly squeezed lemon juice, creating a naturally bright and fruity drink that’s both satisfying and visually stunning. Chill the mixture to let the flavors meld, then top it off with bubbly club soda for an effervescent twist. Garnished with fresh mint leaves and plump raspberries, this drink is as beautiful as it is delicious—a crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings, brunches, or any time you need a splash of color and flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes and customizable with optional garnishes, Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade is your go-to recipe for a refreshing, Instagram-worthy treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup raspberries
- 4 lemons
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups water, divided
- 2 cups sparkling water or club soda
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 6 extra raspberries (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the raspberries under cool water and pat them dry gently with a paper towel.
Juice the lemons to yield approximately 1/2 cup of lemon juice. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely to make a simple syrup (about 3-5 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
In a blender, combine the raspberries and the cooled simple syrup. Blend until smooth.
Strain the raspberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove the seeds. Use a spoon to press down and extract as much liquid as possible.
To the pitcher, add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the raspberry lemonade mixture halfway into each glass. Top off with sparkling water or club soda for a fizzy touch.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and extra raspberries, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
912 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.5 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.0 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.3 g | 230% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.5 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1672 mg | 36% | |
*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.
