Blue Raspberry Lemonade Drink (Printable Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Main
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1 cup granulated sugar
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5 cups water, divided
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½ cup blue raspberry syrup
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¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–8 lemons)
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Blue food coloring, optional
→ Garnish
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Fresh raspberries
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Lemon slices
# How to Make It:
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In a small saucepan, combine granulated sugar with 1 cup of water. Stir continuously over medium heat until the sugar has fully dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
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In a large pitcher, add the fresh lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, blue raspberry syrup, and the remaining 4 cups of cold water. Stir thoroughly until well blended.
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Incorporate blue food coloring, if using, blending in small increments until the desired blue shade is reached.
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Taste the mixture and adjust by adding extra sugar or water to reach preferred sweetness and tanginess.
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Transfer the pitcher to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes.
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Pour over ice in individual glasses and garnish with fresh raspberries and lemon slices before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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Sparkling water can be substituted for a fizzy variation.
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Stevia or monk fruit sweetener may be used as an alternative to sugar for a lower-sugar option.
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Store leftovers in a covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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Transform into a cocktail by mixing in rum or gin as desired.