This whimsical lemonade is bursting with sweet-tart flavor and beautiful pastel swirls. It’s made with fresh lemon juice, layered with naturally colored ice cubes or juices, and finished with a touch of sparkle—perfect for parties, summer days, or just a little extra magic in your life.
Ingredients
For the base lemonade:
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
For unicorn magic colors (choose 2–3):
- 1/2 cup blue raspberry juice or blue food coloring in water
- 1/2 cup pink dragon fruit juice or pink food coloring in water
- 1/2 cup purple grape juice or butterfly pea tea
Optional add-ins:
- Edible glitter or shimmer dust
- Fresh fruit slices or pastel-colored rock candy for garnish
- Mint leaves
Directions
- Make the lemonade:
In a large pitcher, combine fresh lemon juice, sugar, and water. Stir well until sugar is fully dissolved. Chill in the fridge. - Prepare colorful layers:
Pour your chosen colored juices into ice cube trays and freeze (or use chilled juice if layering instead of freezing). Butterfly pea tea adds a beautiful purple hue and turns pink when it reacts with lemon juice! - Assemble your unicorn lemonade:
Fill glasses with colorful ice cubes or pour in a little of each juice layer. Top with lemonade. The colors will swirl and create a magical ombré effect. - Add sparkle:
Stir in a pinch of edible glitter or top with fun garnishes like a lemon wedge, rock candy stick, or even a tiny paper unicorn topper!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Chill/Freeze Time: 2 hours (for colorful ice)
Total Time: 10 minutes (or 2 hours 10 minutes with prep)
Servings: 4
Approx. 100–120 calories per serving (depending on juices used)
Let me know if you want a slushie version or an adult twist with a splash of vodka or rum!