Raspberry Lemonade

A refreshing summer drink made with just a few simple ingredients – raspberries, lemon juice, sugar and water. Add a sprig of mint to finish.

Ingredients

• 1 punnet (250g) raspberries
• 1/2 cup (125ml) lemon juice
• 1/2 cup (100g) sugar
• 4 cups (1L) water
• 1 sprig mint, to serve

Method

1. Place the raspberries, lemon juice and sugar in a blender or food processor and blitz until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture through a sieve into a jug, using the back of a spoon to press the pulp through.
3. Add the water and stir well.
4. Serve over ice, with a sprig of mint.

Potential changes & improvements

For a more tart lemonade, add less sugar. For a sweeter drink, add more sugar or use a sugar syrup. You could also add a splash of vodka or gin.

What other food it works well with

Raspberry lemonade is a great summer drink to serve with a barbecue. Try serving it with grilled chicken or fish, or a selection of summer salads.

Common Mistakes

One common mistake is to not strain the raspberry mixture, resulting in a cloudy lemonade. Be sure to strain it through a sieve to get a clear drink.

Nutritional Information

Per serve:

• Energy: 107 calories
• Protein: 1.1g
• Fat: 0.3g
• Carbohydrates: 27.6g
• Sugar: 25.6g
• Sodium: 5mg

Allergens

This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free.