Raspberry-Mint Lemonade

Serve lemonade with vodka nearby so everyone can make their cocktail as stiff - or mild - as they like. Read More Advertisement - Continue Reading Below Yields: 8 Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins

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Serve lemonade with vodka nearby so everyone can make their cocktail as stiff - or mild - as they like.

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Yields: 8

Prep Time: 10 mins

Total Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 pt. raspberries
  • 1/4 c. fresh mint leaves, plus sprigs for garnish
  • 2/3 c. fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons) plus slices for garnish
  • Chilled vodka, optional

Directions

  • Step 1Combine sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring, just until the sugar melts, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Step 2Place raspberries and mint leaves in a pitcher. Using the end of a spoon or a muddler, crush until pulpy and smashed. Add lemon juice, simple syrup, and 3 cups water, and stir to combine. Add enough ice to fill the pitcher.
  • Step 3Serve over ice garnished with mint sprigs and lemon slices. Add vodka, if desired.
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