Spiked Pink Lemonade
This Spiked Pink Lemonade is the ultimate refreshing cocktail for any occasion. With a vibrant pink hue, a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, and a kick of vodka, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for summer gatherings, picnics, or casual get-togethers. Easy to make and even easier to sip, it’s the drink you’ll crave when you want a little something special.
Ingredients
- 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice 8-10 lemons
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup triple sec
- Ice enough to fill glasses
- Fresh lemon slices and mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine 2 cups of freshly squeezed lemon juice with 1 cup of granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar completely dissolves.
- (Optional: Heat a small amount of water with the sugar to create a quick simple syrup for faster dissolving.)
- Pour in 4 cups of cold water and 1 cup of cranberry juice. Stir thoroughly to blend the flavors.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness or tartness as needed by adding more sugar or water.
- Add 1/2 cup of vodka and 1/4 cup of triple sec to the pitcher. Stir gently but thoroughly to mix the alcohol evenly.
- Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld and the drink cool.
- If short on time, serve immediately over plenty of ice.
- Fill each glass with crushed ice (or regular ice cubes).
- For an optional fancy touch, rim the glass with sugar by rubbing a lemon wedge around the edge and dipping it in sugar.
- Enjoy!
- Pour and Garnish:
- Pour the chilled spiked pink lemonade into the prepared glasses. Garnish each drink with a fresh lemon slice and a sprig of mint. For an extra pop, toss in a few cranberries or add a cocktail umbrella.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing, tangy-sweet flavors with a boozy twist.