Raspberry Tequila Cooler

This Raspberry Tequila Cooler is a little sweet, a lot refreshing, and simple to make! Just smash some fresh berries with some basil and mix with lemonade, tequila, and a little sparkling water for some bubbles. Perfect simple tequila cocktail for a hot summer day.

Ingredients You'll Need:

This tequila cocktail recipe is perfect for when you want something delicious with simple, easy to find ingredients. Here's what you need including substitutions:

• Tequila - I prefer using silver tequila for this, but you can use gold as well. Don't like tequila? This cocktail would also be great with vodka.
• Lemonade
• Fresh Raspberries - You can experiment with different berries as well. I also love using blackberries!
• Fresh Basil - Muddling basil leaves with the raspberries adds the best subtle flavor. It would also be great with another herb like thyme or mint.
• Sparkling Water - You can also use club soda
• Ice - This tequila cocktail is best served on the rocks!

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Cocktail Tools You'll Need:

You don't need any fancy tools to make a good cocktail. Don't have a cocktail shaker or muddler? That's okay! You can use tools that you have on hand.

• Muddler - A muddler is used to mash up the berries and basil. If you don't have a muddler, that's okay! You can use something else like the end of a spatula to mash things up in a mug or glass.
• Strainer - I like to strain the cocktail into the glass to remove the raspberries seeds and smashed basil leaves.
• Cocktail Shaker or Pitcher - You need something to mix up the tequila, muddled berries, and lemonade. A cocktail shaker or pitcher is the classic choice but you can even stir it all up in a large glass or liquid measuring cup.

Tequila Cooler Recipe Tips

• Taste and adjust. One of the best parts about making your own cocktails, is that you can adjust to your liking! If you like sweeter cocktails, you can add a little extra lemonade or less tequila. Want it stronger? Don't be shy with the tequila! Consider the recipe a starting point that you can make adjustments too.
• As the ice melts, it will become less strong. Keep this in mind if it's a hot day or if you're a slow sipper. As the ice melts, it will dilute the drink.
• Leave Room for Sparkling Water - When pouring into glasses, leave room to top with sparkling water. The amount is up to your tastes. In a tumbler, I usually leave about a ½ inch.

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