If you're looking for a perfect cocktail recipe to have on repeat this summer, once you make this blueberry vodka lemonade, you'll be hooked! It's such a refreshing drink on a hot summer day.
You'll love this blueberry vodka lemonade
It's the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and refreshing. This blueberry vodka lemonade cocktail has all the flavors you need to make a refreshing summer drink.
It's so easy to make. This is one of the easiest summer cocktails to have in your back pocket. You can use plain vodka, or I included some fun blueberry and lemonade-flavored vodka options below!
It can be made into a batched cocktail. Whether you're having a summer happy hour or a pool party, this blueberry lemonade vodka is the perfect drink for a hot summer afternoon.
Ingredients
Blueberry Simple Syrup. Blueberry simple syrup is so easy to make! You'll love making this homemade syrup all summer long for drinks, desserts, coffee, and more.
Lemonade. Now you can for sure make your own homemade lemonade with some fresh lemons, water, and some sugar. However, I really enjoy Simply Lemonade! I opt for that brand of lemonade when making this blueberry vodka lemonade recipe.
Vodka. I use plain vodka for this recipe but you can also use Deep Eddy lemonade or Western Son blueberry vodka.
How to make a blueberry vodka lemonade
- In a cocktail shaker, pour in your vodka, blueberry syrup and lemonade.
- Add ice and shake vigorously.
- Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with fresh blueberries and a lemon wheel.
Can i swap the vodka and make this a deep Eddy’s lemonade vodka cocktail?
Um YES! Deep Eddy's Lemonade is so freaking good. If you want to swap out the vodka to make this a Deep Eddy's Lemonade cocktail, here's what you'll do.
Garnish ideas
- Fresh blueberries
- Lemon slices
- Sugar rim
Substitutions and variations
Homemade Lemonade. Homemade lemonade is so easy to make and it's so delicious in this blueberry lemonade cocktail. In a saucepan over medium heat, mix 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar. Set that aside and use a citrus juicer to juice 9 lemons. You need fresh lemon juice for homemade lemonade! In a large pitcher, combine your simple syrup mix, fresh lemon juice, and 7 cups of cold water.
Fresh Herbs. A great way to add an extra level of flavor is to add fresh basil, mint, or thyme! It's perfect if you have a summer garden booming with fresh herbs.
Homemade Blueberry Simple Syrup. Over medium heat, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 16 oz. of fresh or frozen blueberries. Bring that to a simmer and using the back of a spoon, smash the blueberries. Let it simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes, and then remove it from the heat and let it cool for 15-20 minutes. Pour it through a fine mesh strainer into a glass jar, store it in the fridge and save it for all your homemade blueberry cocktails.
How to make a batched blueberry vodka lemonade
This cocktail is SO easy to make as a batched cocktail! It's the perfect summer cocktail to serve at your next party. This makes 10 cocktails
- In a large pitcher, add in 20 oz of vodka, 30 oz of lemonade and 10 oz of blueberry simple syrup.
- Stir well and store in the fridge until you're ready to serve.
- Once ready to serve, pour 6-7 oz into a glass over ice.
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What does this blueberry vodka cocktail pair well with?
- Sunshine, a pool and/or a patio. I mean, this drink just tastes like summer, sip on it while relaxing in a pool raft and tell me you're not thriving.
- Charcuterie boards - You can truly pair almost any drink with a charcuterie board.
- A crisp summer salad - Just give me all the in-season produce in one sitting.
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Blueberry Vodka Lemonade
This blueberry vodka lemonade cocktail is such a refreshing summer vodka drink! Plus, it's super easy to make as a batch vodka cocktail.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz blueberry syrup
- 3-4 oz lemonade
Instructions
- Pour your vodka, blueberry syrup, and lemonade into a cocktail shaker.
- Add ice and shake.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with blueberries and a lemon slice.
Notes
Can I swap the vodka and make this a Deep Eddy’s lemonade vodka cocktail?
Um YES! Deep Eddy's Lemonade is so good. If you want to swap out the vodka to make this a Deep Eddy's Lemonade cocktail, here's what you'll do.
Substitutions and variations
Frozen Blueberries. If you don't have fresh blueberries, you can use frozen blueberries! Just let them thaw a bit and then muddle them in your cocktail glass.
Homemade Lemonade. Homemade lemonade is so easy to make, and it's so delicious in this blueberry lemonade cocktail. In a saucepan over medium heat, mix 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar. Set that aside and use a citrus juicer to juice 9 lemons. You need fresh lemon juice for homemade lemonade! In a large pitcher, combine your simple syrup mix, fresh lemon juice, and 7 cups of cold water.
Fresh Herbs. A great way to add an extra level of flavor is to add fresh basil, mint, or thyme! It's perfect if you have a summer garden booming with fresh herbs.
Homemade Blueberry Simple Syrup. Over medium heat, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 16 oz. of fresh or frozen blueberries. Bring that to a simmer and, using the back of a spoon, smash the blueberries. Let it simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes, and then remove it from the heat and let it cool for 15-20 minutes. Pour it through a fine mesh strainer into a glass jar, store it in the fridge, and save it for all your homemade blueberry cocktails.
How to make a batched blueberry vodka lemonade
This cocktail is SO easy to make as a batched cocktail! It's the perfect summer cocktail to serve at your next party.
- In a large pitcher, add in 20 oz of vodka, 30 oz of lemonade and 10 oz of blueberry simple syrup.
- Stir well and store in the fridge until you're ready to serve.
- Once ready to serve, pour 6-7 oz into a glass over ice.
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Robert Heath says
Can you give me the amounts to make a pitcher please?
Janet Ellis says
So excited to find this recipe. I’m going to pair it with Maine Lobster Tolls next weekend.
Cynthia says
Any tips on the best way to make a big batch?