Easy Raspberry Lemonade

This easy Raspberry Lemonade is light, refreshing, and packed with real raspberry flavor in every sip. With the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, this vibrant drink is a must-have for hot summer days!

Easy Homemade Raspberry Lemonade Recipe

It gets pretty hot here in Florida and when the sun is beating down, there’s nothing like a cold glass of my homemade Raspberry Lemonade to help me cool off! It’s bright, tangy, and bursting with real raspberry flavor in every sip.

My family loves it too, so I always try to keep a pitcher chilling in the fridge, especially on hot summer days. Sure, there are plenty of store-bought lemonade mixes out there, but nothing can come close to homemade.

Fresh-squeezed lemon juice, juicy raspberries, and a touch of sugar come together to create the ultimate fruity lemonade. No artificial flavors, no weird additives; just real ingredients and refreshing goodness in every glass.  

If you love this recipe, you have to try my Peach Lemonade and Watermelon Lemonade for even more fresh, fruity flavor.

Homemade Raspberry Lemonade Ingredients

Below is a list of the ingredients you’ll need to make this recipe. Scroll down to the recipe card for the specific amounts.

• Granulated sugar: Just enough to balance the tartness without making it overly sweet. Feel free to adjust to taste!
• Lemon juice – Freshly squeezed is best for that bright, tangy flavor you just can’t get from a bottle.
• Raspberries, frozen – Freezing locks in the peak-season sweetness, and they break down perfectly into the syrup.
• Water: You will need some for blending, some for dilution.
• Garnish: Fresh raspberries, lemon slices, ice and fresh mint

How to Make Homemade Raspberry Lemonade

Step 1. Start by adding the sugar, frozen raspberries, and 1 cup of water to a saucepan.

Step 2. Cook until the sugar has dissolved and the raspberries soften and start to separate.

Step 3. Add the raspberry sugar mixture and the lemon juice to your blender.

Step 4. You will want to blend for about 60 seconds or until the mixture appears smooth.

Step 5. Strain the raspberry mixture into your pitcher.

Step 6. Pour the rest of the water on top and give it a good stir.

Step 7. Pour over ice and add desired garnishes. Enjoy!

Storage Instructions

Store leftover lemonade in the fridge in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days. I always give it a quick stir before serving, just to be sure the ingredients are still well blended.

You can also freeze the lemonade in ice cube trays, then blend when ready to serve. This will give it a slushie like consistency (the kiddos love this!).

Tips & Tricks

Making this recipe is about as straightforward as it comes. But, you may be surprised how the smallest things can make the biggest difference. These tips will ensure you have the best Raspberry Lemonade every time.

• Cold water: I like to use cold water when mixing everything together to help the lemonade stay crisp and cold.
• Stir well: Before serving, be sure to stir it well since natural ingredients can settle over time. A quick stir brings it all back together.
• Muddle the raspberries: Though it’s totally optional, you can muddle the berries before cooking them to extract even more juice and flavor.
• Let it cool: Let the raspberry syrup cool completely before mixing it with the lemon juice and water to avoid melting the ice too quickly.
• Chill it: Pour this over lots of ice to keep it extra cold and refreshing, especially on hot days.
• Make raspberry lemonade ice cubes: Sometimes I’ll whip up an extra batch to use for ice cubes. That way, when it’s hot outside and the ice melts a little too quickly, my drink doesn’t get watered down!

Variations and Add-ins

I love taking a recipe and tweaking it to give it a different twist. Here are some great ideas to change up your lemonade recipe next time:

• Make it a cocktail: Add a splash of vodka or rum for an easy summer cocktail.
• Try it with honey: Swap out some or all of the sugar for honey for a more natural sweetness.
• Mix with other berries: Strawberries, blackberries, or blueberries can add even more fruity flavor.
• Use sparkling water: Replace half the water with club soda for a fizzy raspberry lemonade.
• Add a citrus twist: A little orange or lime juice makes a fun variation.
• Make it frozen: Blend with ice for a frozen raspberry lemonade slushie.
• Make it sugar-free: Use a sugar substitute like monk fruit or erythritol instead of sugar.

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