Strawberry Lemonade with a Bright Berry Twist
Fresh strawberries are pureed and mixed with fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, cold water, and ice for a bright homemade summer lemonade.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound fresh strawberries stems removed
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 1/2 to 5 cups water divided
- 1 1/2 cups fresh-squeezed lemon juice
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- Use a blender or food processor to puree the strawberries. Strain through a fine mesh sieve, if desired, to remove seeds.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together sugar and 2 cups water.
- Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Strain the lemon juice through a fine mesh sieve into a 2-quart pitcher.
- Add the simple syrup and pureed strawberries. Stir to combine.
- Refrigerate until cold.
- When ready to serve, add 2 1/2 cups cold water and stir. Taste and add more water if it is too sweet.
- Serve with ice.
CHEF’S TIP
Strain the strawberry puree for a smoother drink.
Add ice to glasses instead of the pitcher to avoid watering down the lemonade.
Stir before serving because fruit may settle.
Add ice to glasses instead of the pitcher to avoid watering down the lemonade.
Stir before serving because fruit may settle.
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