Easy Blackberry Lemonade
This quick and easy, refreshing, homemade blackberry lemonade is an simple, budget-friendly summertime drink everyone will enjoy.
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 175kcal
Ingredients
- 5 large lemons - squeeze out the juice
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 cups water
- 1 pitcher filled with ice
Instructions
- Squeeze lemons and set aside.
- Add blackberries, sugar and water to blender or Vitamix. Blend well.
- Pour in lemon juice.
- Using a strainer held over the pitcher of ice, or a bowl, pour blackberry lemonade mixture into the strainer to remove seeds.
- Pour into individual glasses and garnish with a lemon slice and blackberries, if desired, and serve.
Notes
- Roll each lemon with firm pressure for about 30 seconds before juicing to help release all of its juices.
- You can microwave the lemons for about 30 seconds to make them easier to juice.
- Be sure to wash and sort your blackberries thoroughly to remove any that might have mold on them.
- Be sure your strainer has a fine enough mesh to capture all seeds.
Nutritional values are approximate.
Please note that these values can change with different brands and any modifications made to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements.
Nutrition
Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 203mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 123IU | Vitamin C: 58mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg