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RASPBERRY REFRESHER



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This recipe explodes with raspberry flavor! It's a wonderful summertime treat.-Doreen Patterson, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 14 servings (about 3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 cups fresh or frozen raspberries, thawed
1-1/2 cups sugar
2/3 cup cider vinegar
2-1/2 cups cold water, divided
2 liters ginger ale, chilled

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, crush the berries. Stir in sugar, vinegar and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Strain to remove seeds; refrigerate. Just before serving, stir in ginger ale and remaining water. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 11mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (38g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MIDNIGHT COCKTAILS



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This variation on a mojito uses blackberry spreadable fruit, which gives it a deep purple color and adds a bit of sweetness to every sip. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup seedless blackberry spreadable fruit
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons lime juice
1/3 cup rum or brandy
1 cup club soda
GARNISH:
Mint sprigs

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine spreadable fruit and water. Cook and stir over medium heat until smooth; transfer to a small bowl. Refrigerate until chilled., In a small pitcher, muddle mint leaves and lime juice. Add blackberry syrup and rum. Divide the mixture between 2 cocktail glasses. Stir in club soda; garnish with mint sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SMOOTH SWEET TEA



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A pinch of baking soda eliminates bitterness in this smooth and easy-to-sip tea and it has just the right amount of sugar so it's not overly sweet. -kelseylouise, Taste of Home Community Member

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups water
6 black tea bags
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
2/3 cup sugar
6 cups cold water

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Remove from the heat; add tea bags. Cover and steep for 10 minutes. Discard tea bags., Sprinkle baking soda into a 2-qt. pitcher. Transfer tea to pitcher; stir in sugar. Add cold water. Refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 29mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CITRUS PUNCH



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This zesty punch is a refreshing addition to my holiday table. I love its fruity flavor and the bright sunshiny color. You can easily double the recipe if you're expecting a larger group. -Dianne Conway, London, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Yield 2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups pineapple juice
2 cups orange juice
1 cup grapefruit juice
1 cup lemonade
2 cups ginger ale, chilled

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher, combine the juices and lemonade. Refrigerate until chilled. Just before serving, pour into a punch bowl. Slowly add ginger ale.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 7mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

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