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Cupid’s Spiked Raspberry Lemonade:

Cupid's Spiked Raspberry Lemonade: Refreshingly Fun Twist

Enjoy Cupid’s Spiked Raspberry Lemonade, a delightful and refreshing drink that offers a fun twist for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail Base
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries essential for optimal flavor
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice freshly squeezed juice preferred
  • 1/4 cup simple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1 cup vodka main spirit base, gin can be used as a substitute
For the Fizz and Garnish
  • 2 cups sparkling water/club soda provides delightful fizz
  • mint leaves optional for garnish
  • sugar optional for rimming glasses

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Pitcher
  • fine mesh sieve
  • glasses

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the glasses by running a lemon wedge along the rims and dipping them into sugar.
  2. In a blender, combine 2 cups of fresh raspberries with 1/4 cup of water and blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to make raspberry puree.
  3. In a pitcher, mix the raspberry puree, 1/2 cup of lemon juice, and 1/4 cup of simple syrup. Stir gently for 1 minute, adjusting sweetness as needed.
  4. Gradually stir in 1 cup of vodka, mixing gently to maintain the raspberry color.
  5. Just before serving, add 2 cups of sparkling water/club soda and stir lightly.
  6. Fill glasses with ice and pour the raspberry lemonade mixture over it. Garnish with fresh raspberries and mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use chilled ingredients to minimize dilution. Fresh ingredients yield the best flavors. Adjust sweetness and explore flavored sparkling water for variations.

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