Raspberry Cooler

Get that summer feeling with a sweet, tart Raspberry Cooler. This simple and beautiful cocktail will have you feeling like you're dancing with fairies.

Recently, I had the opportunity to visit the historic Scottish village of Dunkeld and walk along the River Tay at the height of Spring. I always say that Scottish magick feels more untamed than English magic. That you're much more likely to meet the Cailleach than a troupe of fairies, but on this beautiful spring day, I could definitely feel the fae reveling in the beauty of this land.

It's so rare to see the sun shining on a field of bluebells, surrounded by ancient trees. You can't help but be swept away. And when the walk is over, there's nothing quite as delightful as resting your feet and sipping a cold cocktail full of sweet, fresh berries.

What makes this Raspberry Cooler so awesome?

This Raspberry Cooler is such a simple drink. It brings together the tart and sweet flavors of raspberry and lemon for a refreshing cocktail with a gorgeous color. Made with Chambord and raspberry-infused vodka, it's definitely got a bit of a buzz to it. And with deliciously tart lemon soda, it sparkles with sunny vibes.

This is a cocktail that's just as easy to make by the glass as it is to make by the pitcher, so whether you're sipping a solo drink or revelling with your coven, it's easy to mix up and enjoy. You want it well chilled, so to avoid watering down your cocktail, I recommend using frozen raspberries. It's beautiful and delicious.

Magical Properties of Raspberries

Like many sweet berries, raspberries are ruled by Venus, the planet of beauty and pleasure. They're also tied to the element of earth and would be useful in spells for grounding and growth. Use raspberries to call in love, luck, and protection. (Source: The Kitchen Witch's Guide to Healing & Self-Care by Maggie Haseman)

For more on the magical ingredients in this recipe, check the Kitchen Magick page.

Ingredients

Here's everything you'll need to make this drink. The full details are in the recipe card below.

• Chambord - This is a raspberry flavored liqueur that comes in a beautiful round bottle.
• Raspberry vodka - If you can't find this flavor, use regular vodka and raspberry syrup
• Lemon soda - I like San Pellegrino Limonata
• Ice
• Frozen raspberries and lemon slices for garnish - optional

Tips for making a Raspberry Cooler

There's nothing tricky here. I left this drink a bit layered to make it sexier for the photos, but you'll want to give it a stir before drinking to make sure it's well-incorporated. You can mix this right in the glass or multiply the recipe to make a pitcher.

This drink is best when it's well chilled. You can always store your vodka in the freezer, or just make sure you've poured your drink over plenty of ice and/or frozen raspberries.

Perfectly magical spring days may be rare, but you can recreate that feeling anytime you want in your kitchen. Sip a Raspberry Cooler and pour some out for the fairies. It's gonna be awesome.

Looking for more awesome raspberry drinks? Try these Raspberry Margaritas or some non-alcoholic Raspberry Lemonade.

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