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    BeeyondCereal » Recipes » Beverage Recipes

    Blue Raspberry Lemonade

    Modified: Oct 17, 2023 Published: May 1, 2023 by Nicole Durham This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    5 from 3 votes

    There's nothing better than a sip of iced cold lemonade, but when you add blue raspberry syrup, you get an instant upgrade. Blue raspberry lemonade has become our favorite summer drink, and this recipe is constantly on repeat around here.

    Recipe: $2.60 | Per Serving: $0.26 | Servings: 10

    a pitcher full of blue lemonade and ice garnished with lemon slices.

    Reaching for a packet of Kool-Aid mix can be tempting, but once you realize how easy it is to make your own blue raspberry lemonade from scratch, you're going to wish you had done it sooner. This recipe is even easier than making Strawberry Pink Lemonade from scratch!

    If you do have a packet of kool aid on hand, make sure to check out my No Bake Kool Aid Pie and Kool Aid Slushies. They're also amazing treats for ice summer weather.

    Made with fresh lemons, plenty of ice, and some blue raspberry syrup, this drink is too good to resist. For more lemonade variety, make sure to check out our Creamy Lemonade, Pickle Lemonade, Orange Lemonade, and Old Fashioned Lemonade.

    Jump to:
    • 🍯 Why This Recipe Works
    • 🥘 Ingredients
    • 🧾 Substitutions
    • 🔪 Instructions for Blue Raspberry Lemonade
    • 🍴 Recipe Tips
    • ⏲️ Make Ahead Instructions
    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Storage
    • 💭 Recipe FAQs
    • ❤️ More Delicious Beverage Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    🍯 Why This Recipe Works

    1. It's simple enough to make on repeat. This is a cold lemonade recipe you'll want to drink over and over again. With the simple ingredients and steps, that shouldn't be a problem.
    2. It's fast to make. You can have a pitcher of ice cold blue lemonade ready to drink in just minutes flat. The hard part is not drinking it too quickly because then you'll need another pitcher full. If you want to pace yourself, try adding some blue syrup to a Single Serving Lemonade so you aren't tempted to chug an entire pitcher's worth.
    3. It's a fun variation. We LOVE lemonade and have found so many tasty variations to it over the years, but this is one we go back to often. The fun color, unique flavor, and refreshing goodness are even better than regular lemonade.

    🥘 Ingredients

    labeled ingredients needed to make blue raspberry lemonade.

    Ingredient Notes:

    Sugar- To cut down on acidity and bring us some sweetness, you'll need some granulated sugar.

    Lemon juice- For the best flavor, you'll want to use freshly squeezed lemons, but you can use lemon juice concentrate in a pinch.

    Blue raspberry syrup- This can be a bit tricky to find, but I found my Torani Blue Raspberry Syrup on Amazon. You may be able to find it in grocery stores near you, but if needed, you can use blue raspberry snow cone syrup instead!

    For specific ingredients and measurements, please see the recipe card below.

    🧾 Substitutions

    Lemon juice. If you don't have real lemons on hand, you can use concentrate instead. You can also use it to bring the fresh lemon juice up to the required measurement so you can keep that strong lemon flavor.

    Blue raspberry syrup. If you can't find blue raspberry syrup anywhere online or in-store, try using some blue raspberry snow cone syrup.

    🔪 Instructions for Blue Raspberry Lemonade

    sugar and water in a small pot.

    Step 1: Add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar to a small pot over the stove.

    simple syrup in a small pot.

    Step 2: Stir and heat just until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat. Allow the syrup to cool before use.

    simple syrup at the bottom of a clear pitcher with lemons to the side.

    Step 3: Pour the simple syrup into your pitcher.

    Blue syrup added to simple syrup in pitcher, lemons on the sides.

    Step 4: Add in the blue raspberry syrup.

    lemon juice added to pitcher with blue syrup inside.

    Step 5: Add in the lemon juice.

    blue raspberry lemonade and ice in a pitcher with fresh lemons to the sides.

    Step 6: Now add in the water and enough ice cubes to fill the pitcher. Stir to combine.

    Step 7: Add sliced lemon for garnish, if desired.

    Pour into drinking glasses and enjoy cold.

    Glass mug of blue raspberry lemonade, garnished with lemon slice.

    🍴 Recipe Tips

    1. How to get more juice from lemons. To squeeze more juice out of fresh lemons a tip I like to use is microwaving them for about 10-30 seconds. Then before slicing in half, roll them back and forth along the counter while pushing down on them, like you're rolling out a dough log. This helps to get more juice out of the lemons.
    2. No stove? No problem. If desired, you can make Microwave Simple Syrup instead of cooking it on the stovetop.

    ⏲️ Make Ahead Instructions

    Prepare Lemonade Base: Make the lemonade according to the recipe instructions, excluding the addition of ice and garnishes.

    Chill in Fridge: Transfer the prepared lemonade to a pitcher and refrigerate for several hours or up to a day before serving.

    Add Ice and Garnishes: Just before serving, add ice and garnishes to the pitcher to maintain freshness and prevent dilution from melting ice.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Storage

    This lemonade is good for up to 5 days. Make sure you keep it stored in the fridge when not being used.

    💭 Recipe FAQs

    Why is raspberry lemonade blue?

    "Blue" is the color given to this unique fruity flavor. While there are no real "blue raspberries" found in nature, this flavor is a combination of various fruits (mostly citrus). Giving it a unique name and color helps to make it stand out in the crowd and makes it a lot more fun.

    What is blue raspberry drink made of?

    This lemonade drink is made with lemon juice, water, sugar, and blue raspberry syrup. Add in some ice, and it's a refreshing drink that's ready for summer.

    What is blue raspberry syrup good in?

    Your flavored syrup can be used in lemonade, mixed alcoholic drinks, snow cones, and more. Use it to celebrate patriotic holidays with the bright blue color or just for fun, and it's sure to be a hit!

    What alcohol goes with blue raspberry lemonade?

    Fill glasses with ice, pour lemonade ¾ full, add 1 oz vodka, stir. Top with ¾ oz Blue Raspberry Vodka. Garnish with mint sprig!

    a pitcher full of blue lemonade and ice with lemon slices.

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    If you tried this blue raspberry lemonade, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and share your feedback in the 📝 comments section below. I would truly appreciate it!

    📖 Recipe

    blue raspberry lemonade in a glass mug garnished with a slice of lemon.
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    5 from 3 votes

    Blue Raspberry Lemonade

    There's nothing better than a sip of iced cold lemonade, but when you add blue raspberry, you get an instant upgrade. Blue raspberry lemonade has become our favorite summer drink, and this recipe is constantly on repeat around here.
    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Cook Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Servings: 10 servings
    Calories: 96kcal
    Cost Recipe $2.60 / Serving $0.26
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    Equipment

    • Pitcher
    • Large spoon
    • Small pot
    • Measuring Cups

    Ingredients

    • 4 cups water, divided ($0.00)
    • 1 cup granulated sugar ($0.20)
    • 3 Tablespoons blue raspberry syrup ($0.94)
    • 1 cup lemon juice (can use fresh, about 5-6 large lemons) ($0.88)
    • ice cubes ($0.00)
    • 1 small lemon, sliced *for garnish ($0.58)
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    Instructions

    • Add 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar to a small pot over the stove.
    • Stir and heat just until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat. Allow the syrup to cool before use.
    • Pour the simple syrup into your pitcher.
    • Add in the blue raspberry syrup.
    • Add in the lemon juice.
    • Now add in the water and enough ice cubes to fill the pitcher. Stir to combine.
    • Add sliced lemon for garnish, if desired.
    • Pour into drinking glasses and enjoy cold.

    Notes

    Substitutions:
    • Lemon Juice: You can use lemon concentrate to replace fresh lemons or combine it with fresh juice to reach the required measurement.
    • Blue Raspberry Syrup: If you can't find blue raspberry syrup, consider using blue raspberry snow cone syrup as an alternative.
    Recipe Tips:
    • Microwaving lemons for 10-30 seconds and rolling them on the counter before slicing can help extract more juice.
    Make Ahead Instructions:
    • When preparing in advance, avoid adding ice and garnishes. Make the lemonade as directed, refrigerate for several hours or up to a day, and add ice and garnishes just before serving to prevent dilution.
    Storage:
    • Store the lemonade in the fridge for up to 5 days for optimal freshness.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.1mg
    Author Nicole Durham
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegetarian
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