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Refreshing Raspberry Lemonade Vodka Slushie Pitcher

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A quick and easy summer party recipe blending fresh raspberries, zesty lemon, and vodka into a refreshingly icy slushie perfect for backyard gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (300g) fresh raspberries (frozen can be used)
  • 3 large lemons (about 1 cup/240ml fresh lemon juice) plus zest from one lemon
  • 1 1/2 cups (360ml) vodka
  • 3/4 cup (180ml) simple syrup (homemade or store-bought; honey or agave syrup as alternatives)
  • 4 cups (600g) crushed ice or ice cubes
  • 1 cup (240ml) cold water or sparkling water
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Roll the lemons on the counter to loosen juices, cut in half, and squeeze out about 1 cup (240ml) of fresh lemon juice. Strain seeds and set aside.
  2. If making homemade simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a small saucepan, heat gently until sugar dissolves, then cool completely.
  3. In a blender, combine raspberries and lemon juice. Pulse until smooth but still slightly textured.
  4. Add vodka and simple syrup to the blender. Blend briefly to combine.
  5. Add crushed ice to the blender. Pulse until the mixture reaches a slushie consistency—icy and thick but still pourable. Add a splash of cold water or sparkling water if a thinner consistency is desired and pulse again.
  6. Pour the slushie mixture into a large pitcher. Add cold sparkling water or plain water and stir gently to combine.
  7. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a few whole raspberries. Serve immediately in tall glasses with straws and optional lemon wheels.

Notes

For best texture, serve immediately after blending. Prepare base ahead without ice and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Add ice and sparkling water just before serving and blend briefly. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Substitute vodka with gin or light rum if desired. For non-alcoholic version, omit vodka and add extra sparkling water or lemonade. Adjust sweetness by reducing simple syrup or using sugar substitutes. Keep blender blades sharp and clean for smooth texture.

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