Raspberry Lemonade

This Raspberry Lemonade is the perfect summertime refreshment made with fresh fruit and honey (refined sugar free). It’s the best easy healthy lemonade recipe made with fresh raspberries!

 

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes

When it comes to summer refreshment, homemade lemonade is the best of the best. One of our favourite homemade lemonade recipes is this Raspberry Lemonade! It’s so simple to make with only water, fresh fruit and honey. If you have a blender (even a cheap one will do!) and a strainer, you’re only minutes away from this Healthy Raspberry Lemonade!

1. It’s HEALTHY. Lemons and raspberries are packed with Vitamin C and antioxidants, and since this lemonade is made with honey instead of sugar, it’s a healthier choice.
2. It’s made with NO REFINED SUGAR. Honey is a liquid sweetener so it dissolves easily in liquid, and it adds a lot more flavour than sugar does. Because honey tastes sweeter than sugar, you’ll probably find yourself adding less honey than you would sugar to your lemonade, making each glass lower in calories. No raspberry syrup or simple syrup here!
3. It’s EASY TO MAKE. It’s made with only a few ingredients and it’s ready in 15 minutes. We love making a big batch and enjoying it throughout the week.
4. It’s made with FRESH FRUIT. There’s almost nothing better than fresh, local produce and this raspberry lemonade is a delicious way to enjoy local raspberries that are nutrient dense and super flavourful!

Follow these tips to make the BEST homemade raspberry lemonade!

It’s best to use fresh raspberries and lemons to give the best tasting lemonade. You can use frozen raspberries instead of fresh, but it’s a good idea to thaw them first so they blend smoothly into the lemon juice mixture, making a smooth lemonade. When fruit is ripe, it’s extra sweet, so be sure to use berries and lemons that are at their peak ripeness.

Taste test the lemonade mixture to see if it’s too sweet or too tart for your tastes. Adjust as needed with honey or more fresh lemon juice to achieve the taste you’re looking for. Some raspberries are extra tart and may need a little more sweetener to balance out the flavours.

After blending the fruit mixture, use a sieve to strain the raspberry puree to remove the seeds and pulp for a smooth texture. Your lemonade will be much more smooth and enjoyable to drink.

Adding ice makes this lemonade extra refreshing, but don’t add too much ice or it will water down the lemonade. Add a few ice cubes to each cup and be sure to chill the lemonade to give it that cool, refreshing taste.

If your lemonade lacks flavour it could be because your raspberries weren’t ripe enough. Unripe or tart raspberries will impact the taste of the raspberry lemonade, so be sure to use fresh, ripe berries, and adjust the flavour to your tastes.

If the lemon raspberry purée is not strained, the mixture will be thick and chunky with the raspberry seeds. It is best to use a sieve and strain the lemon raspberry puree for a smoother texture before pouring it in the pitcher with the water and ice.

Adding too much ice and water to the pitcher will water down the lemonade mixture. Be sure to follow the recipe and avoid adding too much ice so you don’t water down the lemonade too much. Tasting as you go helps prevent adding too much water.

Here’s a list of the kitchen items you’ll need to make this Raspberry Lemonade recipe (paid links):

• fine mesh strainer
• a large pitcher
• a blender
• spatula
• mason jars
• measuring cups and spoons
• liquid measuring cup
• cutting board
• chef’s knife

Here’s a list of the ingredients you’ll need to make this healthy lemonade (paid links):

• 5 lemons, juiced
• 1/3 cup honey or other vegan substitute
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• 4-5 cups water
• lemon slices, fresh raspberries, ice, and mint leaves for garnish

If you want to take this delicious drink to the next level, try one of these creative variations.

1. Mint: Infuse your lemonade with a handful of fresh mint leaves, or add some fresh mint leaves to the blender along with the other ingredients. The cool, invigorating taste of mint adds a ton of freshness to your drink, making it a perfect choice for a hot summer day.
2. Berries: Add strawberries, blackberries or even blueberries to the blender. Added berries give extra flavour and colour.
3. Peach: Add fresh or frozen peach slices to the raspberry lemonade mixture for an extra sweet variation.
4. Tropical: Add in coconut water or tropical juice to the raspberry lemonade for a sweet tropical twist.
5. Bubbly: Substitute the water for sparkling water for a fizzy lemonade.

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We hope you love this simple drink recipe as much as we do! Let us know in the comments below, what’s your favourite lemonade flavour for summer? We’d love to know!

Looking for more warm-weather drink recipes like this? Try these recipes below!

• Raspberry Peach Green Tea Smoothie
• Healthy Cucumber Lemonade
• Watermelon Green Tea Refresher
• Green Apple Spinach Smoothie
• Strawberry Lemonade
• Blueberry Lemonade
• Banana Peach Smoothie
• Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade (Copycat Recipe)

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Raspberry Lemonade

This Raspberry Lemonade recipe is the perfect summer drink made with fresh fruit and NO refined sugar. The best easy healthy lemonade!

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By Chrissie (thebusybaker.ca)

Yield 4 servings

Prep 15 minutes mins

Total 15 minutes mins

Recipe: Equipment

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  Blender
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  Sieve
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  measuring cups and spoons
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  liquid measuring cups
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  chef's knife
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  Cutting Board
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  Microplane Zester
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  citrus juicer

Recipe: Ingredients 

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• ▢ 5 lemons, juiced
• ▢ 1/3 cup honey or other vegan substitute
• ▢ 1 cup fresh raspberries
• ▢ 4-5 cups water
• ▢ lemon slices, fresh raspberries, ice, and mint leaves for garnish

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Recipe: Instructions 

• Add the juice of 5 lemons, honey, and raspberries, along with 1 cup of the water to a blender and blend on high speed until smooth.
• Strain the mixture into a pitcher to remove the foam and raspberry seeds, then add the remaining 3-4 cups of water (to taste) to the raspberry mixture.
• Add ice, fresh raspberries, lemon slices, and mint leaves (if desired) for garnish.
• Serve in mason jars or tall glasses with paper straws and a slice of lemon.

Recipe: Notes

If desired, rim the glasses with sugar by dipping the rims of the empty glasses in some water and then 1-2 tablespoons of sugar. Fill the glasses with the lemonade after they’ve been rimmed with the sugar.

Make-Ahead Instructions

Feel free to make the lemonade mixture in the blender up to 24 hours ahead of serving. Store it in the fridge and when ready to serve, simply shake well and assemble the lemonade.

Storage Instructions

Store this lemonade concentrate in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American, Drink, Healthy, Summer

Keywords: Easy Healthy Raspberry Lemonade

Recipe: Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Raspberry Lemonade

Amount Per Serving (1.5 serving)

Calories 141 Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Fat 1g2%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Sodium 17mg1%

Potassium 246mg7%

Carbohydrates 39g13%

Fiber 6g25%

Sugar 28g31%

Protein 2g4%

Vitamin A 30IU1%

Vitamin C 79mg96%

Calcium 50mg5%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated, using Spoonacular, for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.