A Delicious & Refreshing Spiked Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

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Disclosure: This post has been sponsored by 7UP. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Must be 21 or older to consume alcohol. Please drink responsibly. 

What’s your favorite season?

For me, it would definitely have to be summer. It’s the perfect opportunity to take a much-needed vacation. I’m actually anticipating a summer road trip with a couple of my girlfriends next month. Summer is also one of the best times of the year to throw a party. With the warm weather and beaming sunshine, summer is a prime time for a backyard BBQ. We’re actually putting the finishing touches on our new deck and we can’t wait to try it out and start grilling away.

I’m planning a huge BBQ party in July and starting to put together ideas for our yearly “last days of summer” party in late August. I like getting together with friends but I love being the host. It’s so fun to get all the family and my closest friends together and grill up an amazing meal. The food is important, but a backyard barbecue wouldn’t be complete without the perfect cocktail. When you’re hanging outside, all you need is a tasty drink, that is easy to make and will cool you down quickly.

I partnered up with 7UP® to bring you a fun and mixed drink you can make for a little fun in the sun at home. This spiked strawberry lemonade is the perfect sparkling drink recipe that you can whip up for a summer BBQ, pool party, or picnic. I made it on a whim and it turned out really delicious! I made these with my mom a couple days ago and they were so refreshing after such a hot day.

It’s made with strawberries, lemonade, 7UP, and vodka. Lemonade is of course a summer staple, but spiking it with booze takes it over the top and gives it a more grown up taste. You can substitute the vodka with gin. Just pick your favorite spirit and mix away! I also made the right decision adding 7UP. It has such a crisp, clean taste and is the perfect addition to any festive drink.

Spiked Strawberry Lemonade

Ingredients

• 6 strawberries sliced
• 5 to 6 oz of lemonade
• 3 oz of vodka
• 1 /2 cup of 7UP
• 1 cup of ice
• 6 lemon slices

Instructions

Step 1. In a large pitcher, combine vodka, lemonade, 7UP, strawberries and lemon slices.

Step 2. Stir and refrigerate until chilled for 1 hour or leave overnight.

Step 3. When ready to serve, add ice to serving glass.

Step 4. Pour the cocktail over the ice and garnish with a strawberry, lemon wedge, or summer-themed decoration.

Step 5. Sip and enjoy!

Note: If you like it a little more sweet and less tart, just add a bit more 7UP; but just make sure you taste first to see what you think.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Number of servings (yield): 2

For more inspiration and simple summer recipe ideas to #mixitupalittle with 7UP,  go here and if you need to grab some 7UP for this recipe, make sure to do so at Target. They have some great cartwheel offers of 7UP products throughout July. See them below!

From 7/1 – 7/8:

• 20% off on 7UP Mini Cans
• 20% off on 7UP 2 Liter Bottles

From 7/9 – 7/22:

• 35% off on 7UP 6PK Plastic Bottles

From 7/23 – 7/30:

• 35% off on 7UP 2 Liter Bottles

Also, if you try this sparkling cocktail, be sure to tag me on Instagram or tweet me your photos! I would love to see how it turn out.