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    Homemade Blackberry Lemonade

    Jul 22, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    This delicious recipe for homemade blackberry lemonade is the perfect non alcoholic summer drink! You make a blackberry syrup using either regular blackberries or marian berries. The recipe makes a pitcher of refreshing blackberry lemonade that is perfect for a party.

    a wide mouth pint jar of homemade blackberry lemonade with a blue glass straw.

    Here in the Pacific Northwest there are blackberry bushes everywhere and they are just starting to get ripe. They are one of my favorites summer fruits to bake with and to make the yummy blackberry syrup used in this recipe.

    If you are looking for more blackberry recipes you might like my Gluten Free Blackberry Cobbler or my Gluten Free Blackberry Oat Muffins recipes.

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Substitutions
    • Supplies
    • Some tips for straining the blackberry syrup
    • Storage
    • Can I use marionberries for this recipe?
    • Homemade Blackberry Lemonade
    a wide mouth pint jar of homemade blackberry lemonade with a blue glass straw.

    Ingredients

    • Fresh Blackberries or Frozen Blackberries
    • Granulated Sugar
    • Lemon Zest
    • Lemon Juice
    • Water
    • Ice

    Instructions

    In a saucepan over medium heat cook the blackberries, sugar and lemon zest until the mixture is warm and bubbling. Be sure to stir the mixture so it doesn't stick to the pan.

    Pour the blackberry syrup through a fine mesh strainer to remove the seeds and pulp. Let the syrup cool.

    In a pitcher add the cold water, lemon juice, blueberry syrup and ice. Stir to combine.

    Serve immediately in tumblers with ice.

    Substitutions

    • Frozen Blueberries - you can substitute frozen blueberries or use a mixture of both berries
    • Frozen Raspberries - you can use frozen or fresh raspberries for this recipe
    • Frozen Strawberries - you could also replace the blackberries with strawberries
    • Lime Juice - you can replace the lemon juice with lime juice or use a mixture of both

    Supplies

    Some tips for straining the blackberry syrup

    Once the blackberries, sugar and lemon zest have cooked down the mixture will need to be strained to remove seeds and pulp. I like to use a fine mesh strainer over a batter bowl.

    I place the strainer over the bowl and then carefully pour the hot blackberry mixture into the strainer. Using a spoon or spatula I press gently to help separate the juice from the mixture.

    After the mixture has been strained I place the warm syrup into the fridge for at least 30 minutes. After it is cooled I continue making my homemade blackberry lemonade.

    Storage

    You can store this drink in the pitcher or a sealed glass container in the refrigerator for up to a week. If you know you aren't going to serve this recipe immediately you can mix everything together except for the ice. Add the ice right before serving to keep the drinks cold.

    Can I use marionberries for this recipe?

    Yes! Marionberries are a type of blackberry that is longer in shape and usually a bit larger. Marionberries tend to be very juicy and sweet, so they are absolutely perfect for this recipe.

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    Homemade Blackberry Lemonade


    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    This delicious recipe for homemade blackberry lemonade is the perfect non alcoholic summer drink! You make a blackberry syrup using either regular blackberries or marionberries. The recipe makes a pitcher of refreshing blackberry lemonade that is perfect for a party.


    Ingredients

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    1 ½ cups Frozen Blackberries or Fresh Blackberries
    1 cup Granulated Sugar
    1 Tbsp Lemon Zest
    ½ cup Lemon Juice
    5 cups Cold Water
    Ice to serve


    Instructions

    In a saucepan over medium heat cook the frozen blackberries, sugar and lemon zest until the mixture is warm and bubbling. Be sure to stir the mixture so it doesn't stick to the pan.

    Pour the blackberry mixture through a fine mesh strainer to remove the seeds and pulp. Let the syrup cool.

    In a pitcher add the cold water, lemon juice, blackberry syrup and ice. Stir to combine.

    Serve immediately in tumblers with ice.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Drinks
    • Method: Stove Top
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

    Keywords: drink, blackberry syrup, marionberries, berry, beverage, non alchoholic, summer

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