Only 4 ingredients required for this fruity, refreshing raspberry lemonade recipe! 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: May 2021
Why This Recipe Works
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!
Recipe Ingredients
Water – The water used in the recipe should be warm in order to dissolve the sugar.
Raspberries – Consider swapping raspberries out for fresh strawberries or blueberries (juiced or pureed) for blueberry or strawberry lemonade. Also, frozen raspberries can be used in place of fresh.
Lemon juice – If using a juicer for the lemons, use 5-6 lemons instead of 8 when hand-juicing to avoid an overly tart end result.
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
- 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.
- If you want more summer beverage ideas, check out 25 Summer Drink Recipes To Make At Home!
FAQ About Lemonade
When you purchase lemonade from the grocery store, it will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 4 months. Use the expiration date on the packaging as a guideline. Homemade will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 7 days.
Lemonade is made by mixing 4 cups of warm water with 1 cup of granulated sugar. Hand juice 8 lemons (or use a juicer and use 5) and add the juice to the pitcher. Stir until sugar is dissolved and refrigerate until ready to serve!
Citrus fruit can cause heartburn, making lemonade a common culprit of the uncomfortable reflux irritation.
More 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!
- 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!
- The ingredients in this Raspberry Dip might seem like an unlikely match, but it makes an unbelievably delicious snack or appetizer! It is an ideal dish to bring to any kind of gathering!
- This apricot jam mixed with sweet raspberries is delicious. No pectin is used in this recipe because it’s perfectly made to be slather on your food naturally. This is an easy way to learn to make a simple jam.
- 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
- 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!
- 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!
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Raspberry Lemonade Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups warm water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2-3 cups fresh raspberries juiced or pureed
- 8 lemons juiced (5 if using a juicer)
- Lemon slices and extra raspberries for garnish
Instructions
- Pour the water into a large serving pitcher. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved.
- 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.
Notes
- 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!
It’s like I can already feel myself sitting by the pool with a glass of this in hand! Looks so refreshing and delicious!