Raspberry Lemon Breeze
Raspberry Lemon Breeze is the ultimate refreshing summer drink that combines tangy lemon juice and sweet raspberries for a fruity, thirst-quenching twist. This easy raspberry lemon drink is perfect for hot days, backyard parties, or anytime you crave a crisp, revitalizing sip.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- ¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ cup sugar or honey adjust to taste
- 3 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Lemon wedges for garnish
- Optional: 1 cup sparkling water for fizzy variation
- Optional: 2 oz vodka or gin for alcoholic twist
Instructions
- Add raspberries to a blender and blend until smooth
- Strain the raspberry puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove seeds
- Add freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar or honey, and cold water to the pitcher and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved
- Add ice cubes and mix well to chill the raspberry lemon breeze
- Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness if needed by adding more sugar or lemon juice
- Optionally stir in sparkling water for a bubbly version or vodka for an adult twist
- Pour into glasses and garnish with mint leaves and lemon wedges before serving
- Enjoy your homemade raspberry lemon breeze immediately for maximum freshness
Notes
- You can replace sugar with monk fruit or stevia to make this drink low-carb
- Use frozen raspberries for a frostier texture without adding extra ice
- For a vegan raspberry lemon breeze, use maple syrup instead of honey
- If using sparkling water, add it last to retain the fizz
- Leftovers can be frozen in molds to make healthy raspberry lemon popsicle