What is the fastest way to make a frozen drink that tastes like a lemonade and a smoothie had a child? Two cups of frozen mixed berries, one cup of lemon juice, one cup of simple syrup, one cup of water, and two cups of ice. Into the blender. Smooth. Pour.
Freeze the blended mixture for an extra hour if you want it slushier. Or serve it straight from the blender as a thick, pourable drink. Add vodka or tequila if you want a cocktail. Leave it out if you do not.
Tips for Making Frozen Berry Lemonade
Use frozen berries, not fresh
Frozen berries make the drink thicker and colder without needing as much ice. The ice is still there for body, but the frozen fruit does most of the work.
A mix of strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries gives the best colour and flavour. Any combination works.
Make the simple syrup ahead
Equal parts sugar and water, heated until the sugar dissolves, then cooled. Keep a jar in the fridge. It lasts for weeks and dissolves instantly in cold drinks.
One cup of simple syrup for this recipe makes a sweet drink. Reduce to three-quarters of a cup for a more tart version.
Frozen Summer Berry Lemonade
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings
Description
This blended lemonade is a refreshing and fruity cooler perfect for a backyard barbecue, with the option to spike it for a fun adult twist.
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen mixed berries
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 1 cup simple syrup
- 1 cup water
- 2 cups ice
Instructions
- Combine frozen mixed berries, lemon juice, simple syrup, water, and ice in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Freeze the mixture for an hour for extra slushiness.
- Serve immediately, optionally adding vodka or tequila for a spiked version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 32
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use honey instead of simple syrup?
Honey does not dissolve well in cold liquids. If you want to use honey, make a honey syrup: equal parts honey and hot water, stirred until dissolved, then cooled.
How much alcohol should I add?
Two to three ounces of vodka or tequila for the whole batch. This makes four to six drinks, so each serving is mild. Add more for a stronger cocktail.
Can I make this ahead?
Blend and freeze for up to a day. It freezes solid, so let it sit at room temperature for ten minutes and re-blend before serving.
