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Raspberry Lemonade Cocktail

A refreshing cocktail that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors, ideal for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 cup simple syrup
  • 2 cups vodka
  • 3 cups sparkling water
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slices for garnish
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • shaker or mixing glass
  • Strainer
  • Measuring jigger
  • Ice cube tray
  • Glasses for serving

Method
 

  1. Start by rinsing the raspberries under cool water to remove any dirt.
  2. In a mixing glass, add the raspberries and gently muddle them with a muddler or the back of a spoon.
  3. Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and simple syrup.
  4. Pour in the vodka and stir gently to mix all the ingredients.
  5. Add a generous amount of ice cubes to the mixing glass.
  6. Cap the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  7. Using a strainer, pour the mixture into serving glasses filled with ice.
  8. Finally, add sparkling water to each glass.

Notes

Adjust the amount of simple syrup to taste for a sweeter cocktail.