Get ready for a pool party or backyard bash with this raspberry twist cocktail! This fun and tasty bevy has just the right amount of sweet and tart. You will need a blender and about 5 minutes of your time.
This raspberry twist is fruity, fresh and fizzy; the perfect drink for summer! Whether it's for a girl's night, backyard BBQ or pool party, this beverage is sure to be a hit. This recipe makes an entire pitcher to share with guests.
I love using fresh raspberries in my drinks and desserts, including this raspberry Crème Brûlée because nothing beats that real raspberry flavor and they're plentiful in my backyard. This recipe was actually co-created by my family; we all put our own 'twist' on it.
I also have this hibiscus cosmopolitan you might like!
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Raspberry Twist Ingredients
- fresh or frozen raspberries - I like keeping frozen on hand because they are available year round.
- lemons - You will want to have lemons on hand for freshly squeezed lemon juice and the beautiful lemon twist garnish (video further down). If you end up having extra lemons, make lemonade.
- Grand Marnier - An orange liqueur.
- white rum - Light, soft and sweet, perfect for cocktails like this raspberry twist.
- white sugar - To sweeten the drink up. You can add it to taste if desired. If you prefer, you can sweeten it with a raspberry cocktail syrup.
- ginger powder - This is optional.
- soda water - Can use club soda or your favorite sparkling water. Although I haven't tried it, if you can find unsweetened raspberry flavor that would be great too.
- fresh mint leaves - To garnish.
*Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.
How to Make it
- Purée. Add raspberries, lemon juice, Grand Marnier, rum, ginger powder, sugar and ice into a blender. Purée until smooth.
- Combine. Pour the purée into a pitcher. Pour the soda water over top and stir gently to combine.
- Muddle. Gently muddle a few mint leaves at the bottom of each glass. Pour the beverage into glasses over top of the muddled mint. Add more mint leaves and ice, if desired and a twist of lemon peel to garnish.
- Serve. Serve and enjoy!
The Lemon Twist Garnish
To make a lemon twist (also called a lemon curl), you will need a sharp knife or a vegetable peeler.
It's easy and quick to do, so don't skip out on this step! It adds visual appeal to the drink and a bright, citrus aroma.
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Raspberry Twist Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups raspberries - fresh or frozen
- 1 lemon - juiced
- 2 ounces Grand Marnier
- 1 cup white rum
- 1 dash ginger powder
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 cups ice
- 4 cups soda water
- fresh mint leaves - to garnish
- lemon twist - to garnish
Instructions
- Add raspberries, lemon juice, Grand Marnier, rum, ginger powder, sugar and ice into a blender. Purée until smooth.
- Pour the purée into a pitcher. Pour the soda water over top and stir gently to combine.
- Gently muddle a few mint leaves at the bottom of each glass. Pour the beverage into glasses over top of the muddled mint. Add more mint leaves and ice, if desired and a twist of lemon peel to garnish.
- Serve and enjoy!
Equipment
Notes
- If you like, you can put the blended ingredients through a strainer to get rid of all of the seeds from the raspberries. I personally like the crunch.
- To make a lemon twist (also called a lemon curl), you will need a sharp knife and a vegetable peeler (see post for video instructions).
Nutrition
Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.
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