Ever wondered what would happen if a classic lemonade had a little fun and turned into a dazzling blue treat? Say hello to the blue lemonade drink – the ultimate summer refresher that’s as cool as it sounds!
Ahhh, how amazing it is…!
I remember the first time I made this for a backyard BBQ. My kids’ eyes went wide, and they instantly dubbed it the “Magic Lemonade.” Trust me, it’s that kind of drink that turns an ordinary day into a memorable one. 😉
Ingredients Used to Make Blue Lemonade Drink
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 6 lemons)
- 1 cup simple syrup (instructions below)
- 4 cups cold water
- 1/4 cup blue curaçao syrup or blue food coloring
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
How to Make Blue Lemonade Drink
- Prepare the Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, mix 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool.
- Mix the Lemonade: In a large pitcher, combine fresh lemon juice and the cooled simple syrup. Stir to blend.
- Add the Blue Magic: Pour in the blue curaçao syrup or a few drops of blue food coloring. Stir until the color is vibrant and even. Feel free to adjust the blue hue to your liking!
- Finish It Off: Stir in the cold water. Taste and tweak if necessary—add more syrup for sweetness or more lemon juice for a tangy kick.
- Chill and Serve: Pour over ice cubes, garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired, and serve immediately. Watch as the blue lemonade wows your guests!
A refreshing blue lemonade drink is as delightful to the eyes as it is to the taste buds. It’s the perfect way to cool off and add a splash of fun to any gathering. Cheers to a colorful, delicious sip!
Ah, I also have another recommend for you, also a perfect drink: Rancho La Gloria Margarita Cocktail.
Quick Cooking Recipe
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: None
- Inactive Time: 10 minutes (for cooling the simple syrup)
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Author: Jen Sharpin | So Damn Delish
Yield: Serves 6-8
This refreshing blue lemonade drink is a breeze to make, blending tangy fresh lemon juice with a splash of vibrant blue for a fun, flavorful twist that’s perfect for any gathering!
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup simple syrup
- 4 cups cold water
- 1/4 cup blue curaçao syrup or blue food coloring
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the simple syrup by dissolving sugar in water over medium heat. Cool.
- Mix lemon juice and cooled simple syrup in a pitcher.
- Add blue curaçao syrup or food coloring and stir.
- Stir in cold water and adjust sweetness or tartness.
- Serve over ice and garnish as desired.
Notes
- Adjust the blue color and sweetness to your preference. Use blue curaçao syrup for a more authentic flavor or blue food coloring for a cost-effective option.
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