Double Berry Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshing Double Berry Lemonade, a summer-perfect drink bursting with fresh strawberries and blueberries. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe berries with the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice, all balanced by a homemade berry syrup that takes just minutes to prepare. Served over ice and optionally garnished with mint leaves and lemon slices, this colorful beverage is ideal for barbecues, picnics, or any sunny day. Ready in under 20 minutes, this fruity lemonade is a delightful way to beat the heat and add a pop of flavor to your gatherings.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup Fresh blueberries
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Water
- 1 cup Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, blueberries, 1 cup of water, and granulated sugar.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
Step 3
Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the berries have softened and released their juices.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly before straining it through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove solids. Press gently with the back of a spoon to extract all the juice.
Step 5
In a large pitcher, combine the berry syrup, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to mix.
Step 6
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the double berry lemonade over the ice.
Step 7
Optional: Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices before serving.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy your Double Berry Lemonade!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2200.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 951.1 |
| Total Fat 1.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 34.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 250.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 228.8g | |
| Protein 3.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 114.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 640.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories