Lingonberry juice

12 servings

45 minutes

Lingonberry juice is a traditional Russian drink known for its freshness and health benefits. Lingonberries, with their sweet-sour taste and rich aroma of forest berries, give the juice a bright, tart note. Combined with sugar and boiling water, it reveals its flavor, turning the drink into a true elixir of vitality. Historically, lingonberry juice was used to boost immunity as lingonberries are rich in vitamins and antioxidants. It is served chilled on hot summer days and becomes a warming drink in winter. The light acidity and rich berry flavor make lingonberry juice an excellent complement to Russian dishes, especially meat and flour products. This drink symbolizes nature, traditions, and home comfort.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 48
• Proteins: 0.3g
• Fats: 0.2g
• Carbohydrates: 11.6g

Ingredients

• Water: 4 l
• Cowberry: 450 g
• Sugar: 6 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Thoroughly rinse the lingonberries.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cowberry: 450 g

2. Mash the berry with a pestle to release its juice.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cowberry: 450 g

3. Add lingonberries to boiling water.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 4 l
   • Cowberry: 450 g

4. Add sugar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sugar: 6 tablespoons

5. Bring the juice to a boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 4 l

6. Strain the juice.