Description
Looking for a refreshing drink to elevate your summer gatherings? This homemade Blackberry Lemonade is just what you need! Bursting with the sweet-tart flavor of fresh blackberries and zesty lemons, this delightful beverage is not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile. Whether you’re hosting a picnic or enjoying a sunny afternoon on the porch, this vibrant drink will impress your guests and keep everyone cool. With just four simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can whip up this thirst-quencher in no time. Customize it with sparkling water for a fizzy twist or enjoy it as-is for a classic summer refreshment. Cheers to delicious sipping!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water (divided)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, sugar, and blackberries. Bring to a boil over medium heat, mashing the blackberries to release their juices.
- Once the sugar has dissolved (2–3 minutes), remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove seeds and pulp.
- Stir in the remaining 3 cups of water and the freshly squeezed lemon juice until well combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator until cold, then serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices and whole blackberries if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg