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Backporch Punch: A refreshing fruit recipe.

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Backporch Punch is a refreshing, vibrant fruit beverage that combines freshly squeezed citrus juices with sweet berries and cool mint. Perfect for warm days and outdoor gatherings, this punch can be made still or sparkling to suit your preference.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/2 cup simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups cold water or sparkling water
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon and orange slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, then set aside to cool.
  2. In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, orange juice, and the cooled simple syrup. Stir well to combine.
  3. Pour in the cold water or sparkling water.
  4. Add the sliced strawberries, blueberries, and fresh mint leaves. For a more intense flavor, muddle a few mint leaves at the bottom of the pitcher before adding liquids.
  5. Add a generous handful of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill.
  6. Pour into glasses and garnish with lemon slices, orange slices, and a sprig of fresh mint.

Notes

  • To prevent dilution, freeze some of the fruit into ice cubes to use in the pitcher.
  • For an extra zing, replace a portion of the water with fruit-flavored soda.
  • Adjust the simple syrup quantity based on the sweetness of your citrus fruits.

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