The Thirsty Diva ™

This is perfect for summer or anytime. 1 c. - 1  1/2 c. fresh lemon juice (2 - 4 large lemons) 1/4 - 1/3 c. sugar 4 c. cold water 1/3 - 1/2 c. raspberries  Ice Cut lemons in half.  Put halved lemon in microwave for 10 sec.  Put ice into bottom of a clean pitcher. I've used an electric citrus juicer, but you can squeeze juice through sieve with your hands or citrus squeezer  into pitcher. Fill  a clean pot with cold water, and place on the stove.  Bring pot to a boil. Lower heat, add sugar and raspberries. Stir until sugar is dissolved with a  wooden spoon and let cool for a few minutes. Pour cooled syrup through a sieve into pitcher and stir to mix. Place pitcher in refrigerator until ready to serve. Serves 6 - 8.

 This is my version of a cocktail classic.  This is perfect for summer or anytime. 1 c. each: pineapple juice, orange juice 4 - 6 oz. rum 1 - 2 oz.  coconut cream Ice In a clean blender combine ingredients.  Blend for 20 seconds and pour into 4 clean glasses. Serves 4.