Witch’s Sparkle Lemonade (Ready-to-Print Version)
A refreshing purple lemonade made with grape juice and lemon-lime soda, bursting with fizz and vivid color.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Beverages
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2 cups store-bought lemonade
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1 cup 100% red grape juice
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1 cup lemon-lime soda
→ Flavorings
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Juice of ½ lemon (optional)
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Small dab red gel food coloring
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Small dab blue gel food coloring
→ Garnish
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Ice cubes
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Lemon slices
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Halloween party straws (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Pour 2 cups of lemonade and 1 cup of 100% red grape juice into a large pitcher and stir until fully blended for a rich purple base.
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Incorporate 1 cup of lemon-lime soda to introduce fizz; optionally add juice of half a lemon to enhance tartness.
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Using a toothpick, carefully add small dabs of red and blue gel food coloring to the pitcher, stirring gently until achieving a vibrant purple. Avoid excessive addition to prevent dullness.
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Fill serving glasses with ice cubes, pour the sparkling mixture over, then garnish with lemon slices and Halloween party straws if desired. Serve immediately to maintain fizz and color vibrancy.
# Handy Tips:
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Chill all liquid ingredients beforehand to preserve carbonation and enhance refreshment without dilution.
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Add food coloring incrementally using a toothpick to maintain consistent saturation and avoid muddy tones.
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For a layered visual effect, pour lemon-lime soda over the mixed lemonade and grape juice atop ice just before serving.