Best Ever Raspberry Lemonade Recipe

Only 4 ingredients required for this fruity, refreshing Raspberry Lemonade! You won’t be able to wait to get a glass in your hands fast enough. Also a huge kid-pleaser!

Original post: May 2016 | Updated: August 2020

This delicious, delectable raspberry lemonade is one of those drinks that your kids won’t be able to resist. And, uh, adults, too. Every single time I make this beverage it is gone instantly. No joke. Raspberries and lemons make the best fruit combo ever, you guys.

Obviously this is the perfect refreshing drink for hot summer days, but don’t limit it to hot weather! It’s a great party drink any time of the year and you could easily turn it into an adult drink or frozen popsicles! YUM!

HOW TO MAKE RASPBERRY LEMONADE

STEP 1

Pour 4 cups of water into a large serving pitcher. Add sugar and stir until dissolved.

STEP 2

Add the raspberry and lemon juices and mix well. Add lemon slices and extra raspberries and refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour. Serve over ice!

RECIPE NOTES FOR RASPBERRY LEMONADE

• Consider swapping raspberries out for fresh strawberries or blueberries (juiced or pureed) for blueberry or strawberry lemonade.
• The water used in the recipe should be warm in order to dissolve the sugar.
• Don’t skip the chill time! Since the water added to the pitcher is warm, so it will need some time in the fridge before serving.
• If pureeing the fruit, push through a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp.
• Frozen raspberries can be used in place of fresh raspberries!
• If using a juicer for the lemons, use 5-6 lemons instead of 8 to avoid an overly tart end result. When using a hand juicer, 8 lemons work perfectly!

OTHER YUMMY RASPBERRY RECIPES

• Fresh raspberries, honey and Greek yogurt join forces to create the most delicious, fruity and filling snack! Eat this Honey and Raspberry Yogurt immediately or freeze for a cold treat.
• Light, lemony cupcakes are filled with succulent lemon curd and topped with a dreamy raspberry buttercream frosting. Lemon Cupcakes with Raspberry Buttercream are easy to make and will WOW guests, friends, family or whoever you need to impress!
• Peaches, raspberries and brie cheese make a seriously irresistible combination! This Fruit Tart is sweet, gooey, light and beautiful.
• This easy Chocolate Raspberry Bundt Cake is moist and totally packed with chocolatey flavor. A great easy dessert to make for any occasion!
• Rhubarb Raspberry Cookies are my new favorite way to enjoy the delicious RHUBARB! These cookies are amazing!
• Making donuts does not get easier than this! Cut circles into puff pastry sheets and bake them in the oven to create a totally irresistible donut, also known as a cronut. Add jam or fruit filling to the centers for an added kick of sweetness.

FAVORITE LEMON RECIPES

If you or anyone in your life loves lemon recipes as much as I do, consider making one or more of these delicious sugary concoctions:

• Lemon Blueberry Layer Cake with Lemon Buttercream will knock your socks off, from the blueberry- and lemon-infused cake, through the succulent lemon curd and straight to the lemony buttercream frosting. It’s a show-stopper, both in taste and appearance!
• Lemon Curd is a fresh, light and lemony filling or topping that goes great on cakes, cookies, cupcakes or any baked treat!
• Lemon Refrigerator Pie The perfect compliment to the zest of lemon is the graham cracker crust. A citrus flavored cream pie is delightful and so delicious. A small slice goes a long way in flavor, it’s the perfect summer treat!
• Lemon Ball Cookies Lemon Drops candies inside of cookies = insanely fabulous. Great dessert option for your next holiday baking tray!
• Candied Lemon Slices Candied Lemon Slices are EASY to make! They make beautiful edible garnishes for baked goods and can be enjoyed as a treat, as well. Such a great way to use up lemons!
• Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars Simplify cheesecake and pack it full of two delicious types of fruit!