Easy Homemade Raspberry Lemonade with Fresh Mint
A vibrant, perfectly balanced beverage combining tart lemons, sweet raspberries, and cooling mint for a refreshing summer drink. This simple recipe uses fresh ingredients to create a gourmet lemonade in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh raspberries washed and patted dry
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 4-5 large lemons
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
- 4 cups cold water divided
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves loosely packed, plus extra for garnish
- 1 tbsp lemon zest finely grated
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container or covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The flavors meld beautifully overnight. Make-Ahead Tip: Prepare the simple syrup and the raspberry-mint base up to 2 days in advance. Add the fresh lemon juice and remaining water just before serving for the brightest flavor. Substitutions: You can use honey or agave syrup in place of granulated sugar, though the flavor profile will change slightly. For a sparkling version, replace half of the still water with club soda or sparkling water just before serving.