Raspberry Lemonade Cooler

Submitted by KathyP53

"Think summer breezes and the nearest hammock with this adult cooler!"

 

• Ready In: 12hrs 15mins
• Ingredients: 8
• Serves: 8

ingredients

• 2 (340.19 g) container fresh raspberries
• 709.77 ml citrus-infused vodka
• 4 lemons, cut in 8 pieces
• 44.37 ml sugar
• 19.71 ml grated peeled fresh ginger (optional)
• 1419.54 ml lemonade (made from concentrate)
• ice cube
• 8 fresh mint sprigs

directions

1. Mash berries in large bowl.
2. Add vodka; cover and chill overnight.
3. Strain, pressing on solids to release liquid (there should be about 3 cups raspberry vodka).
4. Place lemon pieces, sugar, and ginger, if desired, in large pitcher.
5. Mash lemons with large wooden spoon to release juices.
6. Add lemonade and raspberry vodka; stir to blend.
7. This can be made 8 hours ahead.
8. Cover and chill.
9. Add ice cubes to pitcher and stir well.
10. Divide lemonade, mashed lemons, and ice among 8 glasses.
11. Garnish with mint sprigs and serve.