Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade

By hanley89

Ingredients

• 4 cups of water
• 2 cups of raspberries, plus more for garnish
• 1/3 /4 cups sugar
• 1 quart homemade lemonade or 1 quart store brought fresh lemonade
• Ice, for serving
• 1 bottle sparkling water (750ml)
• 2 cups of vodka ( optional)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Bring water, raspberries and sugar to a boil in a large saucepan, stirring occasionally till sugar dissolves. reduce heat, and let simmer for 15 minutes. strain mixture through affine sieve, pressing gently on berries to release juices; discard solids. let syrup cool completely. When cooled, combine syrup and lemonade in a large pitcher. Divide among 16 ice filled tall glasses. Top each with sparkling water and vodka is using , stir gently. Garnish with fresh raspberries.