Easy Spiked Berry Lemonade
This easy spiked berry lemonade is made with strawberry lemonade, vodka, and fresh berries for a refreshing summer pitcher cocktail that's perfect for cookouts, parties, and holiday weekends. Using bottled strawberry lemonade keeps it quick and easy while still looking festive for entertaining.
Ingredients
- 4 cups bottled strawberry lemonade, chilled
- 1 cup vodka
- 1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
- 3/4 cup fresh blueberries
Optional
- 1 to 2 cups lemon sparkling water
- Additional strawberries and blueberries for garnish
- Fresh mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Pour the chilled strawberry lemonade and vodka into a large pitcher.
- Add the sliced strawberries and blueberries.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Serve immediately, or keep chilled until ready to serve. For a lighter drink, stir in 1 to 2 cups lemon sparkling water before serving. Pour over ice if desired and garnish with additional strawberries, blueberries, and fresh mint.
Notes
- Use well-chilled strawberry lemonade for the best flavor.
- Add ice only to individual glasses if desired to prevent the pitcher from becoming diluted.
- If using sparkling water, add it just before serving to maintain the fizz.
- This recipe can easily be doubled for parties and cookouts.
- For a nonalcoholic version, simply omit the vodka.
- Bottled strawberry lemonade gives this recipe its berry flavor and pink color without needing homemade syrup or freshly squeezed lemons.
- Plain vodka works well, but lemon vodka can be substituted for additional citrus flavor.
- Fresh strawberries and blueberries provide the best flavor and presentation. Frozen berries can be used but may soften as they thaw.
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