This easy recipe for homemade raspberry lemonade used frozen raspberries and is non alcoholic. I walk you through the steps of how to make the raspberry syrup from scratch. This lemonade with raspberry syrup is a cold drink you can serve all summer long!
Since this pink lemonade uses frozen raspberries you can make this drink long after raspberry season is over!
If you like this delicious drink recipe you might also enjoy my Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktails, Lemon Lime Homemade Sports Drink or Classic Margarita Mocktail.
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Ingredients
Instructions
In a saucepan over medium heat cook the raspberries, 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 raspberry 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, raspberry syrup and ice. Stir to combine.
Serve immediately in tumblers with ice.
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Some Tips for Straining the Raspberries
Once the frozen raspberries, 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 raspberry mixture into the strainer. Using a spoon 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 raspberry lemonade.
Frequently Asked Questions
Pink lemonade can be made from raspberries, strawberries, cranberries or even just food dye. This recipe for raspberry lemonade could also be called pink lemonade because of the lovely bright pink color it is after it's done.
Substitutions
You can easily substitute frozen strawberries or a mix of berries in this recipe.
- Frozen Strawberries - instead of frozen raspberries you can use strawberries and get a similar bright pink color
- Frozen Mixed Berries - the berry lemonade will be a bit more purple, but it will still be delicious and is a great way to use up leftover frozen berries.
- Lime Juice - you can easily use lime juice and/or lime zest in the place of the lemon in this recipe
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Homemade Raspberry Lemonade
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This easy recipe for homemade raspberry lemonade used frozen raspberries and is non alcoholic. I walk you through the steps of how to make the raspberry syrup from scratch. This lemonade with raspberry syrup is a cold drink you can serve all summer long!
Ingredients
12 ounce bag Frozen Whole Red Raspberries
1 cup Granulated Sugar
1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
½ cup Lemon Juice
5 cups Cold Water
Ice, to serve with
Instructions
In a saucepan over medium heat cook the raspberries, 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 raspberry 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, raspberry syrup and ice. Stir to combine.
Serve immediately in tumblers with ice.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: Gluten Free
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.
