Ingredients
Method
Step 1: Make the Raspberry Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and water.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes, mashing berries as they soften.
- Strain syrup through a mesh sieve into a bowl; discard seeds.
- Stir in lime juice and let cool completely.
Step 2: Mix the Mocktail
- In a large pitcher, combine cooled raspberry syrup and lime juice.
- Add lemon-lime soda or sparkling water and stir gently.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Step 3: Serve It Up!
- Fill glasses with ice.
- Pour mocktail mixture into each glass.
- Garnish with raspberries, lime slices, and mint.
- Serve with colorful party straws for extra flair!
Notes
🥄 Variations
Sugar-Free: Use stevia or monk fruit in syrup instead of sugar Fizzy Fruit Punch: Add orange slices and a splash of cranberry juice Frozen Fun: Blend with ice to make a slushy Creamy Version: Add a splash of coconut milk for a tropical twist Holiday Sparkle: Swap lime for cranberry juice and add rosemary sprigs 🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead
Syrup: Store in the fridge for up to 5 days Mocktail Mix: Best served fresh once combined with soda Make-Ahead Tip: Prep syrup in advance and refrigerate until party time ❓ 10 FAQs
Can I use frozen raspberries?
Absolutely—just thaw before using or simmer directly. Can kids make this themselves?
Yes! Let them mix, stir, and garnish—it’s great fun. Can I make this in a punch bowl?
Perfectly suited! Double the recipe and float fruit on top. What if I don’t have soda?
Use sparkling water or flat water for a lighter version. Can I use bottled lime juice?
Yes, but fresh lime juice tastes best. Too sour?
Add more sugar or a bit of honey to the syrup. Can I add ice cream?
Yes! Vanilla or raspberry sherbet creates a fun float. What’s the best garnish?
Lime wheels, fresh raspberries, mint sprigs—or all three! How do I keep it fizzy?
Mix soda right before serving. Is it allergy-friendly?
Yes—gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free! 🏁 Conclusion
This Raspberry Limeade Splash is the ultimate kid-approved mocktail—bright, bubbly, and bursting with flavor. It’s perfect for parties, pool days, or just adding a splash of fun to your family dinner table. The color is as bold as the taste, and the fizz brings extra excitement to any moment. Easy to make and even easier to love—cheers to summer fun in every glass! 🥂🍈🍓
Sugar-Free: Use stevia or monk fruit in syrup instead of sugar Fizzy Fruit Punch: Add orange slices and a splash of cranberry juice Frozen Fun: Blend with ice to make a slushy Creamy Version: Add a splash of coconut milk for a tropical twist Holiday Sparkle: Swap lime for cranberry juice and add rosemary sprigs 🧊 Storage & Make-Ahead
Syrup: Store in the fridge for up to 5 days Mocktail Mix: Best served fresh once combined with soda Make-Ahead Tip: Prep syrup in advance and refrigerate until party time ❓ 10 FAQs
Can I use frozen raspberries?
Absolutely—just thaw before using or simmer directly. Can kids make this themselves?
Yes! Let them mix, stir, and garnish—it’s great fun. Can I make this in a punch bowl?
Perfectly suited! Double the recipe and float fruit on top. What if I don’t have soda?
Use sparkling water or flat water for a lighter version. Can I use bottled lime juice?
Yes, but fresh lime juice tastes best. Too sour?
Add more sugar or a bit of honey to the syrup. Can I add ice cream?
Yes! Vanilla or raspberry sherbet creates a fun float. What’s the best garnish?
Lime wheels, fresh raspberries, mint sprigs—or all three! How do I keep it fizzy?
Mix soda right before serving. Is it allergy-friendly?
Yes—gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free! 🏁 Conclusion
This Raspberry Limeade Splash is the ultimate kid-approved mocktail—bright, bubbly, and bursting with flavor. It’s perfect for parties, pool days, or just adding a splash of fun to your family dinner table. The color is as bold as the taste, and the fizz brings extra excitement to any moment. Easy to make and even easier to love—cheers to summer fun in every glass! 🥂🍈🍓