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Blackberry lemonade served in a glass
Refreshing homemade blackberry lemonade for summer days

Fresh Blackberry Lemonade with Mint

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
This lemonade is more than just lemon water. It relies on a technique similar to making a 'shrub'—a fruit purée that captures the full aroma of the blackberry. The tartness of the berries and the acidity of the lemon make a perfect pair, while the essential oils in the mint provide a cooling finish.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 85 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Blender
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Pitcher

Instructions

1 ✓

Blend the blackberries with the sugar and lemon juice until smooth.

Tip: The sugar crystals help break down the fruit fibers.
2 ✓

Pass the purée through a fine strainer to remove seeds.

Tip: Blackberry seeds can be gritty and unpleasant to drink.
3 ✓

Pour the concentrate into a pitcher and top with the water.

Tip: If using sparkling water, add it just before serving to keep the carbonation lively.
4 ✓

Refrigerate for 1 hour to let flavors meld.

Tip: Cold suppresses sweetness, so taste before serving and add more sweetener if needed.
5 ✓

Serve over ice with mint leaves that you've clapped between your palms.

Tip: Clapping the mint breaks the cell walls, releasing essential oils without bruising the leaf or making it bitter.

Recipe FAQ

Why won't the sugar dissolve?
Cold liquids have low saturation points. It's best to dissolve sugar in a little hot water or the lemon juice first to make a quick syrup.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Blackberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
  • 3 tbsp Sugar (or Honey)
  • 4 cups Water (Sparkling or Still)
  • 10 whole Ice Cubes
  • 5 leaves Fresh Mint