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Blackberry and Turmeric Lemonade

This Blackberry and Turmeric Lemonade is not only the prettiest drink around, but it's incredibly tasty and refreshing and perfect for a backyard party.
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Course: Drinks
Makes: 4 drinks
Author: We are not Martha

Ingredients

  • cup granulated sugar
, divided
  • ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon 
juice, plus sliced lemon rounds for garnish
  • ½ tsp ground turmeric
  • 1 cup (4 oz) blackberries
  • Ice
  • 12 oz seltzer
  • Thai basil, regular basil, or mint 
for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Add 
⅓ cup of sugar and ⅓ cup of water to a small saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring to 
dissolve the sugar.
  • Lower heat to a simmer and let cook for about 5 minutes.
  • Pour simple syrup into a heatproof quart-size jar or large container and place in fridge to chill, about 30 minutes.
  • Mix in lemon juice, turmeric and 
1 cup of water. Cover and shake to blend.
  • Add blackberries and remaining ⅓ cup sugar and ½ cup water to a small saucepan and gently simmer for 10 minutes. Press berries with the back of a wooden spoon to break them up.
  • Strain blackberry syrup through a fine mesh sieve set over 
a small pitcher or bowl. Cover and place in fridge to chill, about 30 minutes.
  • Fill 4 collins glasses or other tall glasses with ice.
  • Shake turmeric lemonade again and divide it amongst the glasses.
  • Stir seltzer into the blackberry syrup and pour it over the lemonade.
  • Make sure you don't stir the mixture. Garnish with lemon rounds and basil or mint, if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Recipe adapted from Food & Wine
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