How to Make Homemade Blackberry Lemonade - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something incredibly satisfying about homemade lemonade. The refreshing tartness of lemons combined with the sweetness of sugar creates a deliciously simple beverage that is perfect for any occasion. But when you add in the juicy, vibrant flavor of blackberries, you take this classic drink to a whole new level. Homemade Blackberry Lemonade is the perfect recipe to showcase the flavors of summer, and it's surprisingly easy to make at home.

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Ingredients

  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 4 ½ cups water, divided
  • 1 cup blackberries
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ice cubes

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 2 mins
  • Total Time: 7 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Heat 3/4 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir until sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes. Let cool.
  • Place blackberries and remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar in a blender. Blend until smooth.
  • Combine simple syrup, blended blackberries, remaining 4 cups of water, and lemon juice. Place a fine-mesh sieve over a pitcher and pour lemonade into the pitcher; discard solids. Serve over ice.
  • Nutrition

    200 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 16mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 53g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 47g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 36mg
    • Calcium: 30mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 140mg