Sometimes you just want to enjoy a light, refreshing cocktail without too much fuss. That’s where this Crown blackberry lemonade comes in! This simple cocktail has just 2 ingredients thanks to Crown Royal blackberry, but of course you can add some fun twists as well!
After a long day, the last thing I want to do is mess around with making a complicated drink. Just add some Crown Royal blackberry to some lemonade and you have a sweet, tart, and satisfying cocktail ready in just minutes.
Now, of course, there are ways to give it a little “extra” if you like, such as adding fresh fruit, using different lemonade flavors, or even making a sparkling version. I’ll give you all the ideas so you can make it your own!
Then, just kick back and relax! Since the blackberry Crown is a spring seasonal offering, you’ll want to snag this whiskey for your Easter entertaining. However, the refreshing and fruity flavors carry well into the summer, so bring an extra for that backyard barbecue!
But if you love this seasonal whiskey, then don’t miss my curated cocktail list of Blackberry Crown Recipes to see more incredible drinks I made!
Crown Blackberry Lemonade Ingredients
2 ounces Crown Royal blackberry
6-8 ounces prepared lemonade (such as Simply Lemonade)
Ice cubes
Ingredient Tips and Variations
You could also use regular Crown Royal whiskey and use 1 ounce of blackberry flavored syrup or fresh muddled blackberries for flavor
Any flavor of lemonade works. Crown blackberry mixes well with plain, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, and peach lemonades, so choose your favorite! I personally like the blueberry lemonade the best
Garnishes are optional, but a slice of lemon and some fresh blackberries are always a good choice!
Crown Blackberry Lemonade Variations
Sparkling: Swap half the lemonade for sparkling water. You can use blackberry, lemon, or a blackberry lemonade (Aha makes a good one) flavor for this!
Arnold Palmer variation: Use half iced tea and half lemonade for a delicious Arnold Palmer variation!
Stronger version: Add 1 ounce of limoncello or Ciroc lemonade flavor vodka in addition to the blackberry Crown, then top with regular lemonade
Step By Step Instructions
Add Crown Royal blackberry to a glass (highball, mason jar, or similar)
Fill the glass with ice (cubes or crushed) and add any fresh fruit desired in as well
Top with prepared lemonade
Garnish with a slice of lemon if desired and enjoy
Crown blackberry lemonade is a refreshing cocktail made with Crown Royal blackberry whiskey, lemonade, and optionally, some fresh blackberries.
It’s a perfect blend of sweet, tart, and boozy flavors that’s ideal for spring entertaining, or for enjoying on a hot summer day.
How Do You Make Crown Blackberry Lemonade?
To make Crown blackberry lemonade, add your Crown Royal blackberry whiskey to a glass, and then fill it with ice. Large cubes melt more slowly, but crushed ice is easier to stir, so use whatever is preferable.
Top your drink off with freshly squeezed lemonade and garnish with fresh blackberries and a lemon wedge if desired. Stir gently and enjoy!
Can I Customize the Recipe for Crown Blackberry Lemonade?
Absolutely! You can customize the recipe for Crown blackberry lemonade to suit your taste preferences. Adjust the amount of whiskey to make the drink stronger, or add some simple syrup, honey, or agave to make it sweeter.
You can also add a splash of soda water for fizz or muddle fresh mint for extra freshness.
Where Can I Find Crown Royal Blackberry?
Crown Royal blackberry whiskey is a seasonal release near the end of February and beginning of March. You can typically find it in your local liquor stores, or it may sometimes be ordered online depending on your location.
Due to high demand and the limited seasonal supply of this whiskey, purchases are often limited to 1 or 2 bottles at a time.
Can I Make Crown Blackberry Lemonade Without Alcohol?
Yes, you can make a non-alcoholic mocktail version of Crown blackberry lemonade by omitting the Crown Royal whiskey.
Simply mix together lemonade with muddled fresh blackberries or blackberry flavored syrup and serve over ice for a refreshing mocktail option. Add blackberry lemonade sparkling water for a fizzy option.
What Are Some Serving Suggestions for Crown Blackberry Lemonade?
Crown blackberry lemonade pairs well with a variety of dishes, including grilled meats, seafood, salads, and appetizers.
Serve it at backyard barbecues, pool parties, or as a signature cocktail at special events for a refreshing and delicious drink option.
Can I Prepare Crown Blackberry Lemonade Ahead of Time?
It’s best to prepare Crown blackberry lemonade fresh, especially if you are also adding fresh fruit, to enjoy its vibrant flavors. However, you can mix a larger batch of the cocktail ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
Just be sure to stir well before serving over ice and garnishing with fresh blackberries.
Recipe Pro Tips
Add some frozen blackberries into your glass in place of some (or all) of the ice for a cooling method that won’t dilute (plus adds flavor)!
You can also freeze some lemonade into ice cubes ahead of time and drop them in, which also prevents dilution. For a fun look and twist on flavor, freeze blueberry lemonade cubes and drop them into regular lemonade in the drink!
The amount of lemonade you need depends on the size of your glasses and desired strength of the drink. I used 7 ounces of lemonade in mine, and it was not overly strong tasting at all
Storage and Serving Tips
Glassware. This recipe works in a huge variety of glasses, but highball, Collins, and pint glasses are some of my favorite options. You can also use a smaller whiskey or rocks glass, but you may need to halve the recipe to account for the size difference
This recipe scales easily for parties. Combine the lemonade and Crown blackberry ahead of time and store in the refrigerator in a pitcher. Stir, then pour into individual glasses filled with ice and garnish with fresh fruit before serving
This simple Crown blackberry lemonade is tart, sweet, refreshing, and so easy to make with just 2 ingredients and less than 5 minutes to assemble. Of course, you can add fresh fruit or some fizz to add your own personal spin to it!
As the spring seasonal Crown flavor, I feel like this is a must for entertaining around Easter. However, blackberries are also perfect for summer, so make sure to grab extra for those warm summer nights and backyard barbecues.
Whether you prepare it by the glass or the pitcher, this cocktail is going to be a hit and makes get togethers even more fun. Crown blackberry mixed with lemonade is the perfect combination!
Crown blackberry lemonade is a simple 2 ingredient cocktail that’s perfectly refreshing for spring and summer. Use plain or flavored lemonade to make the perfect combination!
6-8Ouncesprepared lemonade(such as Simply Lemonade)
Ice cubes
Instructions
Add Crown Royal blackberry to a glass (highball, mason jar, or similar)
2 Ounce Crown Royal blackberry
Fill the glass with ice (cubes or crushed) and add any fresh fruit desired in as well
Ice cubes
Top with prepared lemonade
6-8 Ounces prepared lemonade
Garnish with a slice of lemon if desired and enjoy
Notes
You could also use regular Crown Royal whiskey and use 1 ounce of blackberry flavored syrup or fresh muddled blackberries for flavor
Any flavor of lemonade works. Crown blackberry pairs well with plain, raspberry, blueberry, blackberry, and peach lemonades, so choose your favorite! I personally like the blueberry lemonade the best
Garnishes are optional, but a slice of lemon and some fresh blackberries are always a good choice!
Sparkling variation: Swap half the lemonade for sparkling water. You can use blackberry, lemon, or a blackberry lemonade (Aha makes a good one) flavor for this!
Arnold Palmer variation: Use half iced tea and half lemonade for a delicious Arnold Palmer variation!
Stronger version: Add 1 ounce of limoncello or Ciroc lemonade flavor vodka in addition to the blackberry Crown, then top with regular lemonade
Add some frozen blackberries into your glass in place of some (or all) of the ice for a cooling method that won’t dilute (plus adds flavor)!
You can also freeze some lemonade into ice cubes ahead of time and drop them in, which also prevents dilution. For a fun look and twist on flavor, freeze blueberry lemonade cubes and drop them into regular lemonade in the drink!
The amount of lemonade you need depends on the size of your glasses and desired strength of the drink. I used 7 ounces of lemonade in mine, and it was not overly strong tasting at all
Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand of ingredients, any garnishes, variations, or additions, size of glasses and ice, and actual quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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