Do you like poolside cocktails? If so, this might be the ultimate poolside cocktail to add to your go-to list. Oh, and it’s a VERY easy cocktail to make.
On a hot summer day, nothing beats a refreshing drink to cool you down. And this bourbon raspberry lemonade is just the perfect drink for that. It is a blend of fresh raspberries, tart lemon, and a splash of your favorite bourbon. It’s easy to make and oh so delicious.
For ingredients, use a mild wheated bourbon like Maker’s Mark or Weller Special Reserve (if you can get ahold of it). As for raspberries, we are always fans of fresh-picked berries…. although frozen raspberries (from a nice brand) are always a decent substitute. This is the perfect partner to our Blackberry Bourbon Sour if you want to keep the party going.
Our recipe involves a single-serve variation and a pitcher variation. I highly recommend going with the pitcher variation because the puree for this drink absolutely works better if you make it in a larger portion. If not, the single serve version is fantastic!
The raspberry puree is central to this recipe. If you have a bunch of leftover raspberries from a pick-your-own adventure this summer, you should definitely consider making raspberry syrup so you can make this cocktail a year-round phenomena. Here’s a great raspberry syrup recipe if you’re interested!
Raspberry Bourbon Lemonade
Equipment
- 1 blender to puree the raspbeeries
- 1 small saucepan
- 1 large pitcher
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh rapberries
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup sugar
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup bourbon
- ice
- lemon slices
Instructions
- In a blender, puree the raspberries until smooth.
- In a small saucepan, heat the lemon juice and sugar over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved.
- In a large pitcher, mix together the raspberry puree, lemon syrup, and water.
- Add the bourbon and stir well.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- To serve, fill glasses with ice and pour in the bourbon raspberry lemonade. Garnish with lemon slices and raspberries.
Raspberry Bourbon Lemonade Variations and Tips:
- This recipe makes about 6-8 servings, depending on the size of your glasses.
- Sparkling Raspberry Bourbon Lemonade: Substitute portions of the water in this recipe for a nice sparkling water (like Topo Chico) for a fizzy version of this recipe.
- Frozen Raspberry Bourbon Lemonade: Puree frozen raspberries with ice and the cocktail ingredients for an absolutely delicious frozen version of this drink. Be careful – it is WAY too good.
- Peach Whiskey Sour: Another great summer variation of a similar recipe. The peach whiskey sour has been a hit for everyone I’ve served it to! Peach Whiskey Sour Recipe here.