Raspberry Lemonade Vodka Spritzer Cocktail
A bright, bubbly vodka spritzer shaken with lemonade and fresh raspberries, then topped with club soda for a refreshing summer sip.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Measuring jigger
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Tall or highball glass
- Bar spoon
- Small cutting board
- Knife
- Ice
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka plain or raspberry vodka
- 3 oz lemonade fresh or bottled
- 1 oz simple syrup optional, to taste
- 4-5 fresh raspberries plus extra for garnish
- 2-3 slices lemon for garnish
- 2-3 oz club soda or sparkling water, to top
- ice cubes to fill the glass and for shaking
- frozen raspberries optional, to chill without dilution
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Add vodka, lemonade, and simple syrup (if using).
- Add the fresh raspberries and lightly muddle to release their juices.
- Shake for 10–15 seconds until well mixed and chilled.
- Strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice (or frozen raspberries).
- Top with club soda or sparkling water and stir once to combine. Garnish with lemon slices and extra raspberries.
Notes
Use chilled ingredients to keep the drink crisp. For a drier finish, skip the simple syrup. Swap in prosecco for the soda to make a sparkling wine spritzer.