🍹 The Raspberry Lemonade Spritzer
Ingredients (Makes 2–3 servings):
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1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
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2 tbsp honey or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
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1 cup sparkling water or club soda
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1/2 cup cold lemonade (store-bought or homemade)
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Ice cubes
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Mint leaves and lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions:
1. Make the Base:
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In a small bowl or shaker, muddle the raspberries with lemon juice and honey until juicy and well mixed.
2. Strain (Optional):
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For a smoother drink, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. You can skip this if you prefer a more rustic texture.
3. Mix:
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In a pitcher or large glass, combine the raspberry-lemon mixture with the cold lemonade.
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Add sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
4. Serve:
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Fill glasses with ice and pour in the spritzer.
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Garnish with mint leaves, extra raspberries, and lemon slices.
🍸 Want to Spike It?
Add a shot of vodka, limoncello, or sparkling rosé for a delightful cocktail version.
✅ Tips:
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Make a big batch for parties by multiplying the ingredients.
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Use flavored sparkling water (like lemon or berry) for a twist.
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Freeze extra raspberry-lemon mix in ice cube trays for quick future spritzers.
Would you like a sugar-free or kid-friendly punch version too?