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Vodka Lemonade

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By: Rachel GurkPosted: 06/10/2021Updated: 06/27/2022

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Two images, text overlay reads "vodka lemonade with white claw."
Tall glass of iced beverage, text overlay reads "vodka lemonade with white claw."
Tall glass of iced beverage, text overlay reads "white claw vodka lemonade."
Two images of lemonade, text overlay reads "white claw spiked vodka lemonade."

Vodka lemonade punch is a fun easy beverage for your next backyard barbecue! It’s simple to make and super refreshing!

Why you’ll love it: It’s perfect for warm summer evenings.

How long it takes: 5 minutes
Equipment you’ll need: Sharp knife, pitcher, ice.
Servings: 4

Two tall glasses of lemonade with green and white straws, a can of white claw in the background.
Table of Contents
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  • 1 About this Vodka Lemonade
  • 2 What you need
  • 3 How to make vodka lemonade punch
  • 4 Make it your own
  • 5 Make Ahead Ideas
  • 6 More summer sippers
  • 7 Get the Recipe: Vodka Lemonade

Summertime and lemonade. Hand in hand, right? Icy cold, tart, and refreshing — just the beverage you need on a hot summer day.

And how about a splash of vodka and a little fizz in that lemonade? Still with me? Long day playing with the kids at the beach/park/zoo/etc.? Put them to bed and wait for that sweet, sweet, sweet silence. Pour yourself a little cocktail and bring out the cards to play some euchre with friends and family, or just relax on a deck chair and watch the fireflies.

Are you liking the picture I’m painting? I sure am.

You can’t beat the pure simplicity of a drink made with lemonade, vodka, and seltzer. With pre-made lemonade, it’s even easier. And I like easy, don’t you?

About this Vodka Lemonade

It’s easy! It’s refreshing! You’ll love it! If you like lemonade, you’ll love this cocktail. If you like lemon drop martinis, you’ll love this cocktail. Stir up a pitcher or make individual cocktails. Serve it in a tall chilled glass, with a straw if you like.

Glasses of iced beverage with a green and white paper straw and an orange wedge.

What you need

  • Lemonade: There’s a lot of flexibility here. Make your own lemonade or buy it already made. The balance of tart/sweet will depend on the kind of lemonade you use. Newman’s Own or Uncle Matt’s have the best overall flavor; Simply Lemonade isn’t bad either. You can use a frozen concentrate (with the water added) if you like.
  • Simple Syrup: Whether you add simple syrup or not depends on how sweet you like your cocktail. Make your own flavor-infused simple syrup if you want to add a twist.
  • Vodka: Use your favorite brand or try Absolut Citron vodka for even more lemon flavor.
  • Lime White Claw: White Claw is a flavored carbonated beverage with 5% alcohol content. It’s sold in 12-oz. cans in a variety of flavors. It adds flavor, fizz, and a little more buzz to your cocktail. Keep reading for substitutions.
  • Lemon and Lime Slices: Fresh citrus slices add so much fun and excitement to your punch. If you’re making a pitcher, stir them into right into the pitcher. For individual servings, garnish the glasses with a slice of each. If you’re feeling fancy, make a lemon twist garnish!
  • Ice: You’ll need lots of fresh ice because it’s summer and it’s hot and cold drinks need to be icy cold, right?
Lemonade being poured into a glass from a large glass pitcher.

How to make vodka lemonade punch

Mix all the ingredients in a pitcher and pour into chilled tall glasses. Relax and enjoy!

White claw being poured into a large pitcher of lemonade.

As always, drink responsibly. Like my mom always said (and still says) before I go out with friends, choose a DD (designated driver) before the festivities begin.

Make it your own

There’s so many ways to alter this recipe to make it your own creation. Here’s a few ideas:

  • The lemonade you use makes a lot of difference. Find the one you like best.
  • Omit the vodka for a low alcohol drink.
  • Instead of White Claw, try plain club soda or seltzer. They’ll add fizz but not as much sweetness and no extra alcohol.
  • Instead of lemon and lime slices, garnish with a sprig of rosemary, mint, or basil.
  • Make raspberry vodka lemonade with Raspberry White Claw.

Make Ahead Ideas

Prepare the lemonade, if necessary, and cut the citrus slices. Make sure everything is chilled and you have plenty of ice. You can stir everything together ahead of time, except the White Claw, and refrigerate it. Once the White Claw is added, the punch should be served immediately.

Overhead view of spiked lemonade in a pitcher.

More summer sippers

Cool off with a variety of summer drinks. Try:

  • Watermelon mint lemonade — add a splash of vodka for cocktails
  • Sparkling pink lemonade with homemade berry syrup
  • Aperol Spritz (how to make the best Aperol spritz!)
  • Cherry martini with elderflower and lime
  • Orange mojito
  • Gin and tonic with tips to make the best!
  • Frosé recipe — the best frozen Rosé
  • Frozen Sangria slushie recipe
  • Sparkling pomegranate punch
  • In the mood for something creamy? Try a mojito milkshake.

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @rachelcooksblog on Facebook, Instagram, or Pinterest!

Two glasses of vodka lemonade garnished with orange wedges.
Recipe

Get the Recipe: Vodka Lemonade

4.72 from 7 votes
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins
4 large servings
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Vodka lemonade punch is a great, easy, beverage for your next backyard barbecue! It's simple to make and super refreshing!

Ingredients

  • 24 ounces lemonade, chilled
  • 6 ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce simple syrup, optional (see note)
  • 24 ounces lime White Claw, chilled (see note)
  • Ice
  • Lemon slices, optional
  • Lime slices, optional

Instructions

  • Add the sliced citrus, lemonade, vodka, simple syrup, and White Claw to a large pitcher and stir.
  • Pour into glasses over ice, garnish with citrus, and serve immediately with a straw, if desired.

Notes

  • Simple syrup can be omitted depending on how sweet or tart you like your drink. 
  • Add ¼ cup of fresh squeezed lemon juice for more tartness.
  • The tart and sweet level will depend on the kind of lemonade used – I recommend using Newman’s Own, Uncle Matt’s or Simply Lemonade. If you prefer, make your own homemade lemonade.
  • Use club soda or lime seltzer instead of White Claw to reduce calories or if it’s just what you prefer.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 14oz. glass, Calories: 240kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 1g, Sodium: 12mg, Fiber: 5g, Sugar: 25g

This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.

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  1. ashley - baker by nature says

    July 16, 2014 at 7:10 pm

    Now thiiiis is my kind of lemonade!!!

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  2. Kelly says

    July 15, 2014 at 11:32 pm

    How fun! Love this drink, looks so refreshing and tasty!

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  3. Jennie @themessybakerblog says

    July 13, 2014 at 7:49 pm

    Stoli is the best vodka! I’ve been mixing blueberry vodka with lemonade this summer–so good! They really do make the best blueberry vodka. Love this!

    Reply
  4. Crystal | Apples & Sparkle says

    July 13, 2014 at 3:59 am

    Oh man, this sounds like such a great drink to cool down with during these long hot summer days. Yum! Gotta try it! : )

    Reply
  5. Marnely Rodriguez-Murray says

    July 12, 2014 at 10:59 pm

    oh this sounds so refreshing and delicious – think the truck can make it out to MV anytime soon?

    Reply
  6. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

    July 12, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    You made me laugh—Yield–As many as you like. Yum. Free Rein. Giddy Up. Okay I am being silly enough one might think that I already had a couple of those ‘special’ lemonades. Fun and easy. I pinned it.

    Reply
  7. Ashley @ QLCC says

    July 12, 2014 at 3:19 pm

    WHEN ARE THEY COMING TO AUSTIN?? I love Stoli, I want ALL OF THE STOLI <3

    Reply
  8. Phi @ The Sweetphi Blog says

    July 11, 2014 at 2:24 pm

    I’d totally try the amazing Stoli flavors, this recipe looks so yummy :)

    Reply
  9. Happy Valley Chow says

    July 10, 2014 at 8:39 pm

    That sounds perfect for a summer drink! Great job :)

    Happy Blogging!

    Reply
  10. Shannon @ Bake.Frost.Repeat. says

    July 10, 2014 at 7:13 pm

    Oh my goodness!! How much fun is this?! And that lemonade sounds incredible too! I went to Traverse City about 10 years ago and loved it. My husband is from Michigan (lower part) and we went up there for a couple of days. I’d love to go to the Cherry Festival.

    Reply
  11. Laura @ Raise Your Garden says

    July 10, 2014 at 5:07 pm

    Anything with lemons is wonderful and refreshing!

    Ahhhh, if the kids went to bed easily and early…..right….and that’s a big big *IF* in my house. They are professional procrastinators!

    Reply
  12. Miss @ Miss in the Kitchen says

    July 10, 2014 at 10:22 am

    Sounds perfectly amazing! Must try it!

    Reply
  13. Sues says

    July 10, 2014 at 9:38 am

    This is awesome. Something tells me a vodka truck would never come to Boston :) Vodka lemonade cocktails are some of my favorite summer drinks!

    Reply
  14. denise says

    July 10, 2014 at 9:04 am

    it’s a little early to drink one, but it sounds delicious!

    Reply
  15. Kristen says

    July 10, 2014 at 8:57 am

    Oh the picture you painted makes me wish it was 8:00 already!

    Reply

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