Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade Cocktail Recipe
This sparkling raspberry lemonade cocktail recipe is honestly so simple and perfect for warm weather.
Here's the basic equipment, ingredients, and steps for making a refreshing, bubbly drink.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker (if available)
- Strainer
- Muddler or wooden spoon
- Measuring jigger or small measuring cup
- Tall glass (12-16 oz)
- Stirring spoon
- Citrus juicer or reamer
- Small bowl
- Ice cubes
- Fine mesh strainer (optional, for removing seeds)
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
- 2 oz fresh lemon juice about 1 large lemon
- 2 oz simple syrup store-bought or homemade
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz sparkling water or club soda
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices for garnish, optional
- Extra raspberries for garnish, optional
- Mint leaves optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Add the raspberries and simple syrup to the shaker or glass.
- Muddle the raspberries well until they break apart and release juice.
- Pour in fresh lemon juice and vodka.
- Add a scoop of ice cubes.
- Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice.
- Top off with sparkling water or club soda.
- Gently stir to mix.
- Garnish with lemon slices, raspberries, and mint if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy while cold.
Notes
Sometimes I swap vodka for gin if I'm after a more herbal vibe.
Adjust the simple syrup if you like it less sweet—sometimes I go tarter, just depends on my mood.
Using sparkling lemon water gives even more lemon flavor, but plain club soda keeps it balanced and not too much.
Frozen raspberries work fine if fresh aren’t around, but let them thaw a bit first.
I keep garnishes simple—a lemon slice or a few berries on top adds color without fuss.
This drink can be made without alcohol for a family-friendly mocktail. Just leave out the vodka, bump up the sparkling water or soda, and you’ve got a fruity lemonade instead.
If I’m serving a group, I’ll multiply the recipe and mix it all in a big pitcher. Makes things easy.