Finger Licking Food: Raspberry Lemon Sparklers

The flavour of raspberries has been a favourite for as long as I can remember. These red berries aren't easily available in India so I hadn't actually eaten a raspberry but one way we always got to enjoy the flavour of this fruit was in the Raspberry Duet ice cream bar of Joy Ice creams. A Vanilla ice cream bar with a raspberry coating...slurp!

With the temperatures slowly climbing and the heat kicking in, Summer is finally here. What better way to cool off than with a cold refreshing drink. I decided to make something with my favourite flavour....no points for guessing which flavour :-D

Raspberry Lemon Sparklers:

You will need:

1 ½ Cup Raspberries (fresh/frozen)
1/2 Sugar
1 tbsp Lemon juice
Ice
Plain Soda or Sprite
Mint Sprigs for garnish

In a medium bowl, mash the raspberries with the sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in 3/4 cup water, then strain into a jug, pressing with the back of a spoon to extract all of the liquid. Stir in the lemon juice and add 2 cups more water.

Fill glasses halfway with ice, pour the extracted juice over the ice and top off with little bit of the soda. Garnish with mint sprigs and a few fresh raspberries (if you are using fresh).

Raspberry Lemon Sparklers is my entry to AFAM: Raspberry hosted by Dee of Ammalu's Kitchen. Thanks Dee for the lovely pick :)

25 comments:

SailajaMay 27, 2008
Hi Narmada,
Looks very delicious. Will try once. Thanks for sharing.
-Sailaja
DeeMay 27, 2008
Looks like thre is no need to buy the torani's raspberry italian soda.. I like to sip it once in a while, would love to try urs!! Thanks for participating namratha!
SuganyaMay 27, 2008
That was a awesome drink. Looks so cool. Loved the beautiful color. Nice presentation.
KonkaniBloggerMay 27, 2008
Looks very nice and refershing Namratha..
ChamMay 27, 2008
wow, looks so cool and attractive ur drink!
Lavanya RajMay 27, 2008
Really a cool one..attracting colour..Nice one namratha..
SwatiMay 28, 2008
A lovely drink Namratha..Very true we dont get fresh raspberries in India!! sad isnt it!!
PurnimaMay 28, 2008
Namratha, I m yet to taste fresh raspberry (here its either frozen or transformed to jams/icecreams) Yr sparklers look cool! Wd try minus the aerated drink though..tks for sharing!!(Its 50 deg C yes celcius in the day time here! hot winds blowing outside until late evening! We r fortunately in the comforts of our home!)tks for sharing!!
BhagsMay 28, 2008
raspberry is one of my fav flavor too....the drink seems a winner and the pics are wonderful
SiaMay 28, 2008
drool worthy pic namratha. simply gorgeous colour!
FinlaMay 28, 2008
I never knewss about this drink, it looks so refreshing, will try them soon
FHMay 28, 2008
Absolutely delicious! Will try this as soon as temp hits 80 for sure!:)
ranjiMay 28, 2008
wow!what a cooling and refreshing drink!!!lovely:)
SailajaMay 28, 2008
Sorry for the typo in my comments Namratha
LaavanyaMay 28, 2008
What a refreshing and beautiful looking drink Namratha.
TBCMay 28, 2008
I hadn't eaten a raspberry either till I came here.:D

The sparkler looks wonderful!
Beyond CurriesMay 28, 2008
I also prepared a raspberry lemonade (without soda) for the event and also poured them in ice pop moulds to get cute popsicles. My son love the ice pops.

This one is a good idea Namratha. I'll try it the next time.
Swati Raman GargMay 29, 2008
droolworthy pics namratha.... too good...
AnonymousMay 29, 2008
That looks so refreshing! The pic is absolutely drool worthy!
RajithaMay 29, 2008
Yep..i am with what homecooked said..it looks refreshing...
DoriMay 31, 2008
I love these kind of fruity drinks in summer... I can imagine sipping this while grilling something tasty :)
RosieJune 02, 2008
Oh this looks very refreshing! Just love those pics :)

Rosie x
PravsJune 07, 2008
what a delightful drink ! I will drink up, from both glasses. It's so very hot here.
NamrathaJune 17, 2008
Thanks Sailaja, pleasure to have u over :)

Thanks Dee, it was my pleasure :)

Thanks Sukanya :)

Thanks Maya and Cham!

Thanks Lavi,I loveee the colour too :)

Thanks Swati, yup dear, its a pity you don't get them there. Would you like me to send u some? :)

Thanks Purnima, oh do try this when u get a chance.

Thanks Bhags :)

Thanks Sia :)

Thanks Happy :)

Thanks Asha :)

Thanks Ranji :)

Hey no problem Sailaja :)

Thanks Laavi dear :)

Thanks T! :)

Ohh yes I saw that Madhu, looks fabulous! Ice pops is a brilliant idea!

Thanks Swati:)

Thanks Homecooked!

Thanks R:)

Mmmm that would be a fab combo Meeso :)

Thanks Rosie :)

Hehe, be my guest Pravs :)
SrikitchenAugust 22, 2008
hi namratha
its first visit of mine to ur blo and it is too good and i loved it and so i added u to my blogroll and an award for u there in my blog!

Hi, thanks for stopping by my blog! I appreciate your comments and suggestions.