Raspberry Italian Soda


A refreshing beverage for a hot summer day.

italian-soda

Ingredients:
2 tsp. raspberry syrup (or more, to taste) Recipe Below
Mineral or carbonated water
Ice cubes
 
Directions:
Place syrup into a glass. Fill half-way with mineral or carbonated water; stir to mix. Top glass with ice cubes.

Garnish with mint leaves and serve.

Happy Summer!
 


Raspberry Syrup


Ingredients:

2 cups raspberries 
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions:
Puree raspberries in food processor or blender; strain to remove seeds.
Place strained raspberry puree/juice into a pot. Add sugar and lemon juice and bring to a rolling boil. Boil for one minute, (after the mixture comes to a rolling boil) and skim foam. Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Pour into a bottle and store in the refrigerator.

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