If summer was a drink it would be this Rosé Lemonade cocktail. It’s a refreshing wine-spiked lemonade that is pretty and pink. Whether you make one for yourself or a pitcher for friends, this summer sipper is crisp, boozy, and perfect for warm weather.
This post was originally published on July 22, 2020, and has now been updated with tips, tricks, and to answer frequently asked questions.
If wine cocktails are your jam, this is a must-try! I love to sip wine but sometimes I want a cocktail. This drink is the best of both worlds!
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Why This Recipe Works
Both rosé and lemonade are perfect for summer so pairing them together just makes sense!
And pink wine puts smiles on faces plain and simple.
When mixed with lemonade and club soda, you get a fizzy beverage that tastes familiar but with a kick of wine.
It’s the perfect drink to sip poolside with your best Mrs. Roper kaftan and big floppy hat.
If you are a wine lover, this easy cocktail with rosé wine is sure to be a new favorite.
This recipe is very similar to a white wine spritzer. You just need a few ingredients and a glass to put together a delicious drink in no time!
Related: Lemonade Moscow Mule Recipe, Champagne Float with Strawberry Lemonade, Blackberry Lemonade Whiskey
Ingredient Notes
Start with good-quality rosé wine. I buy most of my wine from Winc. They are my wine club that is super affordable and easy to skip a month whenever I want to.
You can pick your own bottles or have them choose for you. Shipping is very quick and they always have some delicious rosé options.
From their famous Summer Water to the cans of Ruza, there are tons of great pink options!
You can use homemade or store-bought lemonade. And be sure to have fresh lemon on hand, both for garnish and to adjust the flavor of your cocktail.
Club Soda adds fizz, which makes it even more refreshing.
How to make a Rosé Lemonade Cocktail
In a wine glass with ice, add your favorite lemonade.
For this cocktail, I love these simple stemless wine glasses. But these are my favorite wine glasses. So pretty!
Add your favorite rosé.
Add a splash or more of club soda. Give it a gentle stir.
Taste it. If you want to brighten up the flavor a little you can add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
I do this, but it will depend on if you made your own lemonade or used store-bought.
Garnish with a little piece of lemon and sip away.
One sip of this rosé lemonade cocktail can transport you to a made-up summer destination in your head.
I love mixing rosé and lemonade. It’s tasty and it’s great for day drinking. Although I love a good buzz, I do not love to be buzzed around my kids.
If I want to relax at a pool or under my umbrella on a hot summer day, I like a cocktail with less alcohol. This Rosé Lemonade Spritzer is perfect for that.
I save the hangovers for girls’ weekends.
Tips and Tricks
- Be sure to taste your drink and adjust the flavors to your liking. I like to use the fresh lemon to add brightness and for extra tartness.
- Club soda can be a little bit too fizzy for some people. You can also try a gentler sparkling water as a substitute.
- In addition to, or in lieu of the lemon twist, try adding edible rose petals as a garnish or a rose rim.
Frequently Asked Questions
It really doesn’t matter what type of rosé you use in this cocktail. Easy, right?
Rosé is made with red grapes that are only in contact with the skins for a little while giving it that pink color and distinct flavor.
There are all kinds of flavor profiles across pink wine. White Zinfandel is super sweet. I prefer a more dry rosé from Provence.
They all work! That’s the beauty of this versatile recipe. Here are 5 good rosé wines you can use if you need specific examples.
Again, there’s no wrong answer to what type of lemonade you should use. I prefer to use something store-bought so I don’t have to squeeze a zillion lemons.
But fresh lemonade would be even more flavorful! You can even use pink lemonade if you want. It will give it an even more pink color.
You could even use a lavender lemonade to introduce another flavor element.
Rosé is a versatile wine that is perfect just about any time of year, but it is one of my favorites for sipping poolside in the summertime. If you can’t decide between red or white, opt for rosé.
Sip an easy Rosé Lemonade all summer long. It’s a quick recipe that is perfect for sipping all day and into the warm evening.
Related Recipes
- Iced Tea Sangria – This is another wine cocktail that is perfect for day drinking. It’s super refreshing thanks to the chilled black tea!
- Rum Cocktail with White Zinfandel – This cocktail also uses pink wine to create the most tropical cocktail I’ve ever made that sounds like it wouldn’t taste good but totally does!
- Patron Mojito – If you want a refreshing summer drink, this tequila Mojito is full of fresh lime and mint flavors and is extra tasty on a hot day.
Or check out my collections of Easy Cocktails, Moscow Mule Variations, and Vodka Cocktails.
Rosé Lemonade Cocktail
Equipment
- 1 wine glass
Ingredients
- 1 part lemonade
- 1 part rosé
- 1/2 part club soda
- squeeze of fresh lemon
Instructions
- In a glass of ice, add one part lemonade, one part rosé, and 1/2 part club soda.
- Give it a gentle stir.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon.
- Garnish with a lemon peel twist or small wedge of lemon.
Notes
- Be sure to taste your drink and adjust the flavors to your liking. I like to use the fresh lemon to add brightness and for extra tartness.
- Club soda can be a little bit too fizzy for some people. You can also try a gentler sparkling water as a substitute.
- In addition to, or in lieu of the lemon twist, try adding edible rose petals as a garnish.
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