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glass of electric blue raspberry lemonade with fresh raspberries, blueberries, lemon slices, and mint, served over ice with a blue polka-dot straw on a white marble surface.

Blue Raspberry Lemonade

Stunning blue raspberry lemonade with real raspberry flavor and vibrant electric blue color that wows guests. Easy homemade recipe perfect for parties and summer entertaining with magical visual appeal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Beverages, Drinks, Summer Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 155
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Raspberry Syrup
  • 1 cup frozen raspberries Break down better than fresh
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar For raspberry syrup
  • ¾ cup water For syrup base
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice For syrup
Lemonade Base
  • ¾ cup fresh lemon juice About 5-6 large lemons
  • ½ cup granulated sugar For lemonade base
  • 5 cups cold water
  • 4-6 drops blue food coloring Start with less, add more
  • 2 cups ice cubes
  • fresh lemon wheels For garnish
  • fresh mint sprigs For garnish

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan For raspberry syrup
  • Fine-mesh strainer For smooth consistency
  • Large clear pitcher To show off blue color
  • Citrus juicer For fresh lemon juice
  • Long spoon For stirring and color mixing

Method
 

  1. Raspberries, sugar, water, lemon juice 10 minutes
  2. Raspberries with spoon to release juices
  3. Mixture through fine mesh, pressing solids
  4. Raspberry syrup completely before mixing
  5. Sugar in fresh lemon juice in pitcher
  6. Cooled raspberry syrup with lemon mixture
  7. Cold water slowly while stirring
  8. Add blue food coloring drop by drop
  9. With ice, garnish with lemon and mint

Notes

Start with fewer drops of food coloring and adjust for desired hue. Raspberry flavor shines with a bright lemon punch; ideal for summer parties or kids’ gatherings!