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Raspberry Lemonade recipe.

A crisp, fruity cocktail with tart lemon, sweet raspberry, and a smooth vodka kick.

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Raspberry Lemonade

Description

While raspberry lemonade itself has long been a favourite non-alcoholic refreshment, particularly in the United States, the alcoholic version emerged as part of the modern cocktail boom in the late 20th century. With vodka's rise in popularity during the 1980s and 1990s, bartenders began blending it with fruit-forward mixers to create easy-to-drink, crowd-pleasing cocktails. The Raspberry Lemonade Cocktail quickly became a staple at summer parties and outdoor events, valued for its vibrant colour, balanced sweet-tart flavour, and wide appeal. Its versatility also led to variations featuring gin, rum, or sparkling wine.

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Vodka
  • 6 pieces Raspberry (muddled, plus extra for garnish)
  • 30 ml lemon juice
  • 15 ml Simple Syrup
  • Soda Water to top

Instructions

  1. Fill a highball or large tumbler with ice.
  2. Shake vodka, raspberry puree, and lemon juice.
  3. Strain into the glass and top with soda water or lemonade.
  4. Garnish with lemon, raspberries, and mint.

Recommended glassware

Highball Glass
Highball Glass (recommended)

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

Highball lemonade serve.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

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