Blackberry Quench Recipe

This Blackberry Quench recipe is a refreshing twist on a Vancouver favourite! Cool, tart, and intensely blackberry-flavored, this simple drink is perfect for a hot summer day. A treasured family recipe (possibly from the Vancouver Sun!), this easy-to-make beverage is ready in under 30 minutes. Get ready to quench your thirst!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 61.7 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Blackberry Quench

Blackberry
1 cup boiling water
1/4 teaspoon salt
Lemon, Rind Of
Lemon, Juice Of
Orange, Juice Of
3/4 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
Water

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How to Make Blackberry Quench

Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small saucepan.
Add 2 cups fresh blackberries to the boiling water.
Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt, the zest of 1 orange, and the juice of 1 orange and 1/2 lemon.
Reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 5 minutes, allowing the blackberries to soften.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on the solids to extract as much juice as possible.
Stir in 1 cup cold water and 3/4 cup granulated sugar (or to taste).
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

Carbs

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Beverages Fruit Berries Citrus

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Blackberry Quench?

Blackberry Quench takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Blackberry Quench?

Blackberry Quench has approximately 61.7 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Blackberry Quench?

The key ingredients for Blackberry Quench are Blackberry, Boiling Water, Salt, Lemon, Rind Of, Lemon, Juice Of, Orange, Juice Of. See the full list with measurements above.