Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer refreshment with this delightful Blackberry Lemonade. This easy-to-make drink brings together the tartness of fresh lemons and the sweetness of ripe blackberries, creating a vibrant beverage that’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply sipping on a sunny afternoon. With just four key ingredients, you’ll discover how simple it is to whip up this flavorful drink that will keep you cool all season long. Garnished with fresh lemon slices and whole blackberries, this homemade treat not only tastes great but also looks stunning in any glass. Enjoy a burst of flavor with every sip!
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 gentle boil over medium heat.
- Mash the berries with a fork or potato masher to release their juices.
- Once the sugar dissolves (about 2–3 minutes), remove from heat and let cool before straining into a large pitcher.
- Stir in lemon juice and add the remaining 3 cups of water.
- Chill in the refrigerator until cold, then serve over ice with garnishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg