Refreshing Boozy Blue Raspberry Lemonade Cocktail
A vibrant, sweet, and tangy blue raspberry lemonade cocktail with vodka, perfect for summer parties and casual backyard hangouts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- Blue food coloring (a few drops)
- 1 cup lemonade
- 2 oz vodka
- 2 tbsp blue raspberry syrup
- Juice of half a lemon (about 1 tbsp)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh raspberries (for garnish)
- Lemon wheels or wedges (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Make the Blue Raspberry Syrup: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup raspberries, 1 cup sugar, and 1 cup water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Let it simmer gently for about 10 minutes until the raspberries break down and the mixture thickens slightly.
- Strain the Syrup: Remove from heat and pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl, pressing the pulp to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the seeds and solids. Add a few drops of blue food coloring until it reaches a vibrant blue shade.
- Cool the Syrup: Let the syrup cool completely, optionally placing it in the fridge for 20-30 minutes to speed cooling.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a shaker or large glass, add 2 oz vodka, 1 cup lemonade, 2 tbsp blue raspberry syrup, and juice of half a lemon. Fill with ice and stir or shake gently to combine.
- Serve: Fill a serving glass with ice cubes and strain the cocktail over the ice. Garnish with fresh raspberries, a lemon wheel, and a sprig of mint if desired.
- Enjoy Responsibly: Sip slowly and savor the balance of sweet, tart, and boozy refreshment.
Notes
Use room temperature or warm water to dissolve sugar well when making syrup. Strain syrup to remove seeds for smooth texture. Avoid shaking too hard after adding lemonade to prevent frothiness. Pre-chill glasses for best refreshment. Adjust syrup and lemon juice to balance sweetness and tartness. For fizz, add a splash of club soda or sparkling water before serving. Syrup can be stored in fridge up to two weeks; cocktail best fresh but can be refrigerated up to 24 hours.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 10
- Calories: 150180
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
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