Description
Beat the heat with this easy summer berry drink made from fresh berries, lemon juice, and a touch of natural sweetener. It’s hydrating, antioxidant-rich, and ready in minutes—perfect for hot days or summer parties.
Ingredients
- Mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- Honey or maple syrup
- Fresh lemon juice
- Cold water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
- Lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and Prep Berries: Rinse berries under cold water. Remove strawberry stems and slice if large.
- Blend the Base: In a blender, combine berries, sweetener, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- Strain (Optional): For a smooth texture, strain the mixture through a sieve.
- Add Water: Mix in cold water to desired strength.
- Serve Cold: Add ice cubes and garnish with mint or lemon slices. Chill for 30 minutes if desired.
Notes
- Use frozen berries when fresh ones aren’t in season.
- Substitute with agave nectar for a vegan version.
- Add chia seeds or coconut water for extra nutrition.
- For a fizzy twist, use sparkling water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (8 oz)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg