Homemade Strawberry Lemonade

This homemade strawberry lemonade recipe combines ripe strawberries, freshly squeezed lemons, and a light simple syrup for a perfectly sweet and tart summer drink. It’s quick, refreshing, and naturally beautiful, the ultimate all-natural drink for sunny days.

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Course: Beverages, Drinks

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 5

Resting time: 30

Total Time: 45

Servings: Glasses

Calories: 92kcal

Author: Lucy

Cost: $6

Equipment

1 Blender For pureeing strawberries
1 Saucepan For making simple syrup
1 Fine mesh sieve Optional, for straining
1 Large pitcher For mixing and serving
1 Wooden spoon For stirring
6 Glasses To serve chilled lemonade

Ingredients

2 cups Fresh strawberries Hulled and rinsed
1 cup Fresh lemon juice From 4–6 lemons
½ –¾ cup Sugar Adjust to taste
4 cups Water Divided
2 cups Ice Crushed or cubed
4 slices Lemon For garnish
6 leaves Fresh mint Optional garnish

Instructions

Make the simple syrup:
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water and sugar. Heat gently until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and cool.
(Associated Ingredients: Sugar, Water)
Blend the strawberries:
Add strawberries and 1 cup cold water to a blender. Blend until smooth. Strain for a smoother texture if preferred.
(Associated Ingredients: Strawberries, Water)
Mix lemonade:
In a large pitcher, combine strawberry puree, lemon juice, simple syrup, and remaining water. Stir to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness.
(Associated Ingredients: Lemon juice, Simple syrup, Water)
Chill and serve:
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices and mint.
(Associated Ingredients: Ice, Lemon slices, Mint)

Notes

This homemade strawberry lemonade can be made up to 24 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated and add ice just before serving. For a twist, replace strawberries with raspberries or infuse the syrup with mint or basil.

Pair it with peach oolong tea or Chinese jasmine tea for a refreshing tea-lemonade combo.

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