Refreshing Homemade Lemonade with Fresh Berries
A quick and easy homemade lemonade infused with fresh berries, perfect for summer gatherings and a refreshing treat to beat the heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 large fresh lemons (about 1 cup or 240 ml juice)
- 1 to 1 ½ cups fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, or a mix)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
- 4 cups cold water (1 liter)
- Ice cubes
- Handful of fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Roll each lemon on the counter to loosen the juices, then cut in half and juice until you have about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. Set aside.
- In your pitcher, add the fresh berries (1 to 1 ½ cups) and ¾ cup (150 grams) of granulated sugar. Using a muddler or wooden spoon, gently crush the berries and sugar together for about 2 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the berries release their vibrant juices.
- Pour the freshly squeezed lemon juice into the pitcher with the berry syrup. Stir to combine, then add 4 cups (1 liter) of cold water. Stir again to blend all the flavors.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar, water, or lemon juice as desired.
- Optional: Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into another pitcher or bowl to remove pulp and seeds.
- Add plenty of ice cubes to chill the lemonade. Add a handful of fresh mint leaves and gently bruise them with a spoon to release their aroma.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra berries or lemon slices if desired.
Notes
Use Meyer lemons for a sweeter, less acidic lemonade. Frozen berries can be used if fresh are unavailable—thaw before muddling. For a fizzy twist, replace half the cold water with sparkling water before serving. Keep ice separate until serving to avoid dilution. Straining is optional depending on texture preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (8 ounces or 2
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 24
- Sodium: 2
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 1
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