June 24, 2025

Summer Berry Refresher (& Popping Pearls!)

6 Summer Cocktail Recipes

Triple Citrus Spritz

This light and bubbly cocktail is perfect for sipping on a warm day. The combination of Triple Citrus Lemonade, sparkling water, and a splash of your favorite clear spirit creates a refreshing and effervescent drink that will keep you cool and hydrated.

Ingredients:

  • 1 packet of Triple Citrus Lemonade
  • 1 cup sparkling water
  • 1 shot of vodka or gin (optional)
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Directions:

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Triple Citrus Lemonade packet with sparkling water and vodka or gin (if using).
  2. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake well to combine.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
  4. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.

6 Summer Cocktail Recipes

Triple Citrus Spritz

This light and bubbly cocktail is perfect for sipping on a warm day. The combination of Triple Citrus Lemonade, sparkling water, and a splash of your favorite clear spirit creates a refreshing and effervescent drink that will keep you cool and hydrated.

Ingredients:

  • 1 packet of Triple Citrus Lemonade
  • 1 cup sparkling water
  • 1 shot of vodka or gin (optional)
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Directions:

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Triple Citrus Lemonade packet with sparkling water and vodka or gin (if using).
  2. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake well to combine.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass filled with ice.
  4. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.

Summer Berry Refresher (& Popping Pearls!)

Category

Drinks

Servings

1

Prep Time

5 minutes

If you’ve tried the summer-berry lemonade Starbucks Refresher, you already know the hype. But this version? It gives you that same color and sweet-tart berry flavor using natural ingredients—no artificial flavors or mystery syrups. 

It’s refreshing, fun, and totally customizable. The lemonade version brings a citrusy zing that pairs perfectly with the richness of the raspberry-flavor and depth from blueberry flavors in the tea. It’s a bold, fruity refresher that puts summer sunsets in the palm of your hands. 

Author:
True Citrus

Ingredients

  • 1

    packet True Lemon Wildberry Lemonade 

  • 1/2 tsp

    Raspberry extract (or muddled raspberries if you don’t have extract handy)

  • 1 3/4 c

    Cold water

  • 1/4 c

    Brewed and chilled blueberry or hibiscus tea (for a rich berry refresher base)

  • 1

    packet True Lemon (optional, for an extra zing) 

  • Simple syrup (or to taste) 

  • A handful of fresh berries (blueberries, raspberries, or strawberry slices – to garnish) 

  • 1 tbsp

    Raspberry pearls or popping pearls (see recipe)

  • Ice for serving 

Directions

  1. Step 1: Mix the Wildberry Base In a shaker or large glass, muddle your raspberries (if using), then combine the True Lemon Wildberry Lemonade packet, raspberry extract and cold water. Stir or shake until fully dissolved.
  2. Step 2: Add Tea and Optional Extras Pour in your chilled blueberry or hibiscus tea and stir gently. If you want it to be a bit tarter, add a packet of True Lemon. Adjust with simple syrup or your preferred sweetener, to taste.
  3. Drop in a bit of fresh fruit like raspberries and blueberries for natural fruit flavor and color. Then add the raspberry boba or popping pearls for that juicy, boba-style texture.
  4. Step 4: Pour Over Ice Fill a glass with ice and pour the refresher mixture over the top. Give it a quick stir then taste that summer berry flavor!

Recipe Notes

Helpful Tips 

  • Want more berry flavor? Let the fresh berries steep in the drink a few extra minutes. 
  • No pearls? No problem—just add extra fresh berries or try chia seeds for texture. 
  • Make a pitcher for friends by multiplying the recipe—just stir before serving!