Refreshing Raspberry Lemonade Sparkler
Perfect way to cool down on hot summer days
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About this Recipe
By: Marija
This delightful drink combines the tartness of fresh raspberries and lemon juice, the natural sweetness of honey, and the effervescence of sparkling water. Topped with fancy ice cubes containing frozen berries and a hint of fresh mint, it’s the perfect way to cool down on hot summer days.
Ingredients
- A handful of fresh raspberries
- Juice from half a lemon
- 1-2 tsp honey (to taste)
- Sparkling water (to top off)
- Ice cubes with frozen berries inside
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
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Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
Prepare the ice cubes :
Prepare the ice cubes with frozen berries ahead of time by placing a few berries in each compartment of an ice cube tray, filling it with water, and freezing until solid.
Step 2
Prepare the Raspberry Puree:
Place the raspberries in a glass.
Squeeze the juice from half a lemon over the raspberries.
Add 1-2 teaspoons of honey, adjusting to your preferred sweetness.
Use a cocktail masher to crush and mix the raspberries, lemon juice, and honey into a puree.
Assemble the Drink:
Pour sparkling water over the raspberry puree, filling the glass.
Stir gently to combine.
Step 3
Add Ice Cubes:
Add the fancy ice cubes with frozen berries inside to the glass.
Step 4
Garnish:
Add a few fresh mint leaves for garnish.
Step 5
Serve:
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing, bubbly drink perfect for hot summer days.
