Is there anything as refreshing as an ice cold glass of lemonade during those hot summer days? I don’t think so. One of the great things about lemonade is just how many ways you can make it: Pink Lemonade, Classic Lemonade, Strawberry Lemonade, you name it. Well, this Strawberry Lemonade Recipe is one of my favorites. It’s perfectly sweet, perfectly lemon-y, and infused with strawberry flavor. Just 5 ingredients and 20 minutes to whip up this refreshing summer beverage! Love a refreshing beverage on a hot day? Check out this Easy Frappe, this Cold Brew Coffee or this Strawberry Milkshake!
Ingredients Needed:
Water: you’ll need a little bit of water to make the simple syrup as well as to act as the base for the lemonade. Strawberries: you can use either fresh or frozen chopped strawberries. Sugar: granulated sugar dissolves perfectly into the simple syrup. Lemons: you’ll use both the lemon zest and the lemon juice. Ice Cubes: because ice cold lemonade is where it’s at!
How to Make Strawberry Lemonade
Tips and Notes
Use fresh lemon! The flavor of freshly squeezed lemon juice is just unmatched. Lemon amount: I use 3 large lemons and the lemonade is flavorful but mild. If you like a little extra zip, use 4 large or 5 small lemons, including the zest and juice. You can also garnish with some fresh lemon slices for serving if you want a little extra tang. If you’re prepping ahead of time, wait to add the ice so it doesn’t melt and dilute the lemonade. Strain the syrup. Straining the syrup gets rid of any fruit pulp or strawberry seeds for a smooth drink. Chill the syrup. Let the simple syrup cool off a bit before you add it to the lemonade. I don’t know about you, but warm lemonade doesn’t sound as good as ice cold lemonade does!
Variations
Use other fruit. While strawberry and lemon are a classic delicious combination, feel free to play around with other flavors. Swap the lemon for lime or swap the strawberries out for raspberries, blueberries, or even cherries. Make it sparkly. Swap the water base for carbonated water for a sparkling lemonade. If you use carbonated water, be sure to serve right away so it doesn’t go flat before you can enjoy it. Add herbs. Garnish your lemonade with fresh mint or basil leaves for a delicious herby flavor twist. Booze it up. Add a couple ounces of vodka, tequila, or rum to make an adult beverage!
More Refreshing Summer Drinks
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