Description
This refreshing Blackberry Limeade is bursting with juicy blackberries, fresh lime juice, and a touch of sweetness — the perfect fruity drink for summer gatherings or backyard sipping.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup fresh lime juice (about 5-6 limes)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice, for serving
- Extra blackberries and lime slices, for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine blackberries and sugar. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the blackberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove seeds.
- Add fresh lime juice and cold water to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
- Taste and adjust sweetness, adding more sugar if needed.
- Chill for at least 1 hour before serving over ice. Garnish with extra blackberries, lime slices, and mint leaves if desired.
Notes
- Use frozen blackberries if fresh aren’t available — just thaw first.
- Make it sparkling by replacing some water with club soda right before serving.
- For a cocktail twist, add a splash of rum, tequila, or vodka.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg