Raspberry Rosemary Lemonade
A refreshing twist on traditional lemonade, combining tart raspberries and aromatic rosemary for a summery drink that brightens any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh lemons (about 6-8 for 1 cup juice)
- 1 cup plump raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2–3 sprigs of fresh rosemary
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or honey)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Roll the lemons on the counter to help release more juice, then squeeze about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice into a large jug.
- In a saucepan, combine the raspberries, sugar, 1 cup of water, and rosemary sprigs. Simmer until the berries soften and it smells fragrant.
- Strain the mixture to remove the seeds, then mix it with the lemon juice.
- Add the remaining cold water, taste, and adjust for sweetness or tartness as desired.
- Chill in the fridge, then serve over ice.
Notes
For extra brightness, consider a squeeze of lemon before serving. You can also experiment with different fruits and herbs for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemonade, raspberry, refreshing, summer drink, rosemary, vegan