Cranberry Lemonade Recipe ( Easy homemade drink!)

Cranberry lemonade in pitcher with glasses in background.

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Cranberry Lemonade Recipe ( Easy homemade drink!)

This Cranberry Lemonade Recipe starts off with an easy, flavorful simple syrup. Just simmer fresh or frozen cranberries with sugar and water until the berries pop. Strain it into your favorite lemonade—homemade or store-bought—for a refreshing, festive drink that's perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any gathering that calls for a tasty sip.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: -8

Calories: 232kcal

Author: Danielle

Equipment

Ingredients

¾ cup water
¾ cup sugar
1 ½ cup cranberries fresh or frozen
52 oz lemonade

Instructions

Over medium heat cook the water, sugar, and cranberries in a small pot. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved and cranberries start to pop. If it starts boiling, turn it down immediately.
¾ cup water, 1 ½ cup cranberries, ¾ cup sugar
Remove from the heat and allow it to steep for 5 minutes.
Using an immersion blender, carefully zoom the cranberry simple syrup mixture in the pot until thoroughly blended. (If you don't have an immersion blender, you can use a regular blender).
Pour the lemonade into a pitcher. Add the strained syrup and stir to combine. Refrigerate until cold, then serve with ice.
52 oz lemonade

Notes

Tips and Tricks

For a more intense flavor allow the syrup to steep a bit longer.

Adjust the flavor by changing the ratio of syrup to lemonade depending on how sweet or tart you prefer it.

Use a quality brand of lemonade for the best flavor.

Storage: Store in the fridge in a air-tight pitcher for 5-7 days.

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