Blue Raspberry Lemonade Drink (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Blue Raspberry Lemonade
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180 ml fresh lemon juice (from approximately 6–8 lemons)
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200 g granulated sugar
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1.2 litres water, divided
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120 ml blue raspberry syrup
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Blue food colouring, optional
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Fresh raspberries, for garnish
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Lemon slices, for garnish
# Instructions:
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In a small saucepan, combine granulated sugar with 240 ml of water. Heat over medium, stirring continuously, until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
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In a large pitcher, pour in fresh lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, blue raspberry syrup, and 960 ml of cold water. Stir thoroughly to blend.
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If desired, add a few drops of blue food colouring, mixing until the colour reaches your preferred intensity.
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Taste the drink and adjust sweetness or dilution by adding more sugar or water, if necessary.
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Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to ensure proper chilling.
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Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the lemonade over, and garnish with fresh raspberries and lemon slices before serving.
# Notes:
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For a sparkling version, substitute still water with sparkling water.
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Replace granulated sugar with stevia or monk fruit sweetener for a lower-sugar alternative.
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Store any leftovers in a sealed pitcher in the refrigerator for up to seven days.