An event is on the corner? Struck by heat? Bored with colorless cocktails and lemonades? Try this vibrant blue raspberry lemonade which brings freshness to your body and mind.
You must have heard about various varieties of lemonades. Blue raspberry lemonade may or may not be included in that list. But let me tell you, this is actually a thing and it is so extraordinary that you will forget about all the other cold and icy drinks.
Blue raspberry lemonade is just like traditional lemonade with added freshness, vibrance, and flavor. Accompanied by the revitalizing flavor of lemon, this lemonade has the sweet and tart flavor of raspberry syrup.
Not only this, but the vivid color of the blue raspberry syrup blesses this lemonade with an enchanting force. And it captivates everyone.
Another good thing about this lemonade is that it is not only about the bright color and that’s it. This drink has the properties to make you feel chilled in the scorching heat.
Not only this, you can also serve this lemonade on different occasions whether as special as a holiday gathering or just a friends’ night. It has proved to be so good that at any gathering, my friends and family ask for it.
So why not try it? Let’s don’t waste time and look at the recipe.
How to Make Blue Raspberry Lemonade?
Like any other lemonade or cocktail recipe, you have to mix up some ingredients in this recipe too. But these ingredients are no ordinary ingredients. They are going to give you the bright and refreshing blue raspberry lemonade.
First, make the simple syrup with water and sugar. Then squeeze the lemons. Mix the syrup, lemon juice, water, and blue raspberry syrup together. Then add ice. Transfer to glasses. Garnish with refreshing mint and serve. It takes only 15 minutes to make this blue raspberry lemonade.
Ingredients for Blue Raspberry Lemonade Recipe
To make Blue Raspberry Lemonade, you need the following ingredients:
Simple Syrup
- Granulated sugar = ½ cup
- Water = ½ cup
Lemonade
- Blue raspberry syrup = 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice = ½ cup
- Ice = 2 cups
- Cold water = 1-½ cups
- Mint = for garnishing
Step-by-Step Guide for Making Blue Raspberry Lemonade Recipe
Follow this step-by-step guide to make Blue Raspberry Lemonade:
Step 1
First, make the simple syrup. For this, take a small saucepan and add the granulated sugar and water to it. Place the saucepan on medium heat. Simmer the mixture and keep stirring it so that the sugar dissolves in the water fully. When the syrup is ready, transfer the saucepan away from the heat.
Step 2
Squeeze the fresh lemons to make ½ cup of fresh lemon juice.
Step 3
Take a small pitcher and add the fresh lemon juice to it. Add simple serum and mix the two liquids together. Then add the raspberry-flavored syrup and cold water. Mix again.
Step 4
Finally, add enough ice as needed. Again stir and then taste the liquid. If needed, do the adjustments.
Step 5
Blue raspberry lemonade is ready. Pour it into the glasses for serving. Garnish with the mint and enjoy the refreshing lemonade.
Recipe Tips and Variations
- For quick lemonade, make the simple syrup beforehand.
- Do not use bottled lemon juice. It will not be as refreshing as the fresh juice.
- You can also use honey in place of simple syrup. Adjust the taste according to your liking.
- Try to consume the lemonade as fresh as possible.
- If you have leftover lemonade, freeze it in the form of ice cubes and use it the next time you plan to make the blue raspberry lemonade. Instead of ice, add these lemonade ice cubes which help to prevent the flavor from diluting.
- To save time, you can make the lemonade beforehand and then add blue raspberry syrup when needed to serve. But the fresh one is the best.
FAQs
Is there any expiry date for the lemonade?
Obviously, there is some specific time for which you can store your lemonade. For instance, homemade lemonade can stay good for a maximum of a week and then it starts to show the symptoms of going bad. It can be the discoloration, foul smell, or other factors.
Can I use any other flavor instead of raspberry?
You can surely use any other flavor you think would pair up well with the freshness of lemon.
Is the taste of blue raspberry lemonade good?
This refreshing drink will not disappoint you. It tastes heavenly and banishes all the symptoms of summer that have affected you.
Closing
I hope just looking at the recipe was enough to fill you up with life and energy. Trust me it’s so good that it will vanish all your exhaustion and heat and give you a cool and calm state of mind.
So try it, enjoy it, and let your family also enjoy it. And don’t forget to mention in the review section about your experience.
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Blue Raspberry Lemonade Recipe
Ingredients
Simple Syrup
- ½ cup Granulated sugar
- ½ cup Water
Lemonade
- 2 tbsp Blue raspberry syrup
- ½ cup Lemon juice
- 2 cups Ice
- 1-½ cups Cold water
- Mint, for garnishing
Instructions
- First, make the simple syrup. For this, take a small saucepan and add the granulated sugar and water to it. Place the saucepan on medium heat. Simmer the mixture and keep stirring it so that the sugar dissolves in the water fully. When the syrup is ready, transfer the saucepan away from the heat.
- Squeeze the fresh lemons to make ½ cup of fresh lemon juice.
- Take a small pitcher and add the fresh lemon juice to it. Add simple serum and mix the two liquids together. Then add the raspberry-flavored syrup and cold water. Mix again.
- Finally, add enough ice as needed. Again stir and then taste the liquid. If needed, do the adjustments.
- Blue raspberry lemonade is ready. Pour it into the glasses for serving. Garnish with the mint and enjoy the refreshing lemonade.