Cranberry Raspberry Freeze

A delicoius, refreshing summertime fruit drink....virgin or non so the kids can try some too!

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 5-6

Ingredients

• 2  cups fresh raspberries
• 1⁄2 cup boiling water
• 1 1⁄2 cups  chilled cranberry juice
• 1  cup  ice cube
• 1 (12 ounce) can  Sprite

• OPTIONAL

• 1  dash vodka (for non virgin drinks)

Directions

1. Place the raspberries in a fine mesh sieve. Set over a large glass measure or pitcher.
2. Pour the boiling water over the raspberries. Using the back of a spoon, press the berries to release the juices. When all juice is released, discard the berry pulp. Cover the juice and chill.
3. In a blender combine the cranberry and raspberry juices. (this is the time to add vodka if you wish) With the blender running, add the ice cubes on at a time through the hole in the lid of the blender. Blend until slushy.
4. Transfer the mixture to a pitcher. Slowly add the Sprite to the slush. Stir gently.
5. Serve over additional ice cubes and garnish with lemon/lime slices if you like.
6. ENJOY!