Prep Time
5 min
Yields
4 - 6 servings
A refreshing blend of berries and lemonade with some added flavour and texture from a homemade vanilla simple syrup.
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ingredients
Lemonade
1
(12-oz) bag unsweetened frozen mixed berries, thawed
1
(12-oz) bag frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1
cup Vanilla Simple Syrup, recipe follows
3
cups water
Ice
Vanilla Simple Syrup (Makes 1 cup)
½
cup sugar
1
cup water
1
vanilla bean, cut in half lengthwise, seeds removed, pod reserved
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directions
Step 1
In a blender, combine the berries, lemonade concentrate and syrup. Blend until smooth. Pour the mixture into a large pitcher. Add the water and stir, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Pour the lemonade into ice-filled glasses and serve.
Step 2
In a small saucepan, over medium heat combine the sugar, water, vanilla bean seeds, and vanilla pod. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool, about 20 minutes. Strain before using.