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Raspberry Basil Lemonade

June 20, 2014 by GG 13 Comments

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Raspberry Basil lemonade
Raspberry Basil Lemonade in two glasses and a pitcher
Raspberry Basil Lemonade in two glasses with straws and a pitcher
Two glasses and a pitcher of lemonade

Raspberry Basil Lemonade is an easy recipe that’s bursting with the summertime flavors of lemonade, fresh raspberries, fragrant basil leaves and a splash of vodka! Our vodka punch recipe is a refreshing drink, with or without the vodka, for happy hour on a warm summer evening, picnic or barbecue!

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Lemonade Vodka Punch Recipe

If it’s Friday….and it’s summer….. it must be time for Swirls’ Happy Hour! I’m a fan of a cool refreshing beverage on a hot summer evening. Actually, who isn’t? While strolling through my farmer’s market this week I became inspired!

I was drawn to the beautiful bright red color of sweet juicy raspberries and the flavorful scent of lush basil and just couldn’t resist! My mind went right to Happy Hour……a jigger of vodka and a cold refreshing splash of lemonade……seasoned with my newly purchased raspberries and basil. Raspberry Basil Lemonade Vodka Punch…..I’m puckering already! Cheers!

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Personally, I will be drinking my raspberry vodka punch right through the summer in my new favorite pitcher and glasses set! I also love love love these gorgeous stemless wine glasses that making sipping on your favorite beverage feel like a special occasion every time! 

I love serving a lemonade pitcher recipe that will serve a crowd at my summer get together and Raspberry Basil Lemonade punch is a perfect fit for that.

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What can I substitute for vodka in a punch recipe?

Prefer your lemonade punch without the vodka? No worries. You can substitute any of the following in place of the vodka:

  • lemonade
  • raspberry lemonade
  • lemon lime soda
  • raspberry flavored soda

Ingredients  you will need to make this recipe

  • lemons
  • fresh raspberries
  • fresh basil
  • sugar
  • ice cubes
  • lemonade
  • raspberry vodka 

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Berry Sangria Slushy, an easy drink recipe with just two ingredients, will be the hit of your red, white and blue holiday gatherings. A bottle of sangria and your favorite frozen berries are all it takes to whirl up your favorite childhood summertime beverage with an adult twist! Our wine slushie recipe is the grown up slushie that will satisfy the kid in you! 

Lemonade Prosecco Punch and Pineapple Monito Punch

Lemonade Prosecco Punch is flavored with puckering raspberry lemonade and bubbly Prosecco and topped off with the sweet bursts of fresh berries and is as pretty as it is delicious!

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Raspberry Basil Lemonade is bursting with the summertime flavors of lemonade, fresh raspberries, fragrant basil leaves and a splash of vodka! An easy recipe for happy hour on a warm summer evening, picnic or barbecue! vodka | drinks | cocktails | raspberry | basil lemonade | #swirlsofflavor
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Raspberry Basil Lemonade
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
 

Raspberry Basil Lemonade is bursting with the summertime flavors of lemonade, fresh raspberries, fragrant basil leaves and a splash of vodka! An easy recipe for happy hour on a warm summer evening, picnic or barbecue! 

Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: lemonade pitcher punch, lemonade punch, vodka punch recipe
Servings: 6
Calories: 229 kcal
Author: Gwynn Galvin
Ingredients
  • 2 lemons, sliced, divided
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries, divided
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 2 Tbs. sugar
  • ice cubes
  • 5 cups lemonade
  • 1 cup raspberry vodka *
Instructions
  1. In bowl combine slices from 1 lemon, 1/2 cup raspberries, basil leaves and sugar. Using end of wooden spoon, muddle together until fragrant and juices begin to appear.
  2. Transfer mixture to pitcher with ice cubes. Add lemonade, vodka, remaining lemon slices and raspberries. Serve with straws.
Recipe Notes

Makes 6 cups.

*Prefer your lemonade without alcohol? Just substitute 1 cup additional lemonade or raspberry flavored lemonade for the raspberry vodka!

Nutrition Facts
Raspberry Basil Lemonade
Amount Per Serving
Calories 229 Calories from Fat 9
% Daily Value*
Fat 1g2%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 14mg1%
Potassium 80mg2%
Carbohydrates 35g12%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 29g32%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 53IU1%
Vitamin C 25mg30%
Calcium 16mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This recipe is part of Meal Plan Monday and Weekend Potluck

First Published: June 20, 2014… Last Updated: August 23, 2019

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