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Strawberry Lemonade
Strawberry lemonade is a refreshing drink to enjoy all summer long. It only takes lemonade mix and a sweet strawberry simple syrup to make this lemonade.
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Strawberry lemonade is a fruity and refreshing drink that the whole family can enjoy. Bright and refreshing, this easy strawberry lemonade recipe only takes a tangy lemonade mix and a sweet strawberry simple syrup to whip up a batch of this thirst-quenching beverage.
If you can’t get enough tart lemonade drinks then you’ll also want to make Pineapple Lemonade, Frosted Lemonade, and Hard Lemonade.
Strawberry Lemonade Ingredients
You will need:
Strawberry Simple Syrup
- 3 cups strawberries, washed and stems removed, then sliced (should measure three
- cups after they are sliced)
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup sugar
Lemonade
- Country Time Lemonade, follow directions on the container to make 2 quarts
Garnish
- Lemon, Sliced
- Strawberries, Sliced
- Ice
PRO TIP: For the most intense strawberry flavor, this recipe works best with very ripe strawberries. While you can enjoy it all year round, strawberry lemonade is tastiest in the summer when strawberries are in season and at their juiciest.
Substitutions and Additions
ALCOHOL: Add a splash of vodka to your glass to turn this pink lemonade into a refreshing summer cocktail for the grown-ups.
CLUB SODA: For a fizzy version, you could make your delicious strawberry lemonade using club soda or sparkling water instead of still water.
How to Make Strawberry Lemonade
STEP ONE: In a large pitcher make 2 quarts of Country Time Lemonade according to package directions. Place in the freezer to chill while making the strawberry simple syrup.
PRO TIP: Using cold water to make the lemonade will help speed up the chilling process. This will make sure your summery drink is extra cold when served!
STEP TWO: In a medium saucepan add 2 cups water, 1 cup sugar, and sliced strawberries. Cook over medium-high and bring to a boil.
STEP THREE: Reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes, or until strawberries are soft and the liquid is a deep red color.
STEP FOUR: Strain the strawberries using a mesh strainer into your pitcher. Press down on the strawberries gently, but make sure to not press too hard. You don’t want any strawberry chunks in your lemonade.
STEP FIVE: Let the strawberry simple syrup cool for 15 minutes.
STEP SIX: Once cooled add strawberry simple syrup to the cold Country Time Lemonade.
STEP SEVEN: Serve over ice, sliced lemons, and sliced strawberries!
PRO TIP: Add fun patterned paper straws to dress up your drink.
How to Serve Strawberry Lemonade
This fresh strawberry lemonade recipe will be a welcome treat to cool you down all summer long. It would be a sweet drink to serve at a pink-themed birthday party or tea party. It would also be a great addition to any party or other event you are hosting when strawberries are in season.
Storage
IN THE FRIDGE: Store the syrup in the fridge for up to a week and the lemonade for up to three days.
IN THE FREEZER: We do not recommend freezing either the lemonade or strawberry simple syrup. This drink is best made fresh.
Strawberry lemonade is a lovely refreshing drink to enjoy all summer long. It’s the perfect balance between tangy lemonade and sweet strawberries. Make sure to keep some of your spoils from strawberry season to whip up this easy recipe. A hot summer day just got even better with this flavorful drink.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I use homemade lemonade for this simple recipe?
If you prefer, you can make homemade lemonade using fresh lemons for this pink drink.
Can I use a different kind of fruit?
You could use a different berry for the simple syrup and turn this into another fruit-flavored beverage if you’d like.
Can I use frozen strawberries in this recipe?
If you would like to make this at a time of the year when strawberries aren’t in season, you could certainly whip up a batch with frozen strawberries.
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Strawberry Lemonade
Strawberry lemonade is a refreshing drink to enjoy all summer long. It only takes lemonade mix and a sweet strawberry simple syrup to make this lemonade.
Ingredients
Strawberry Simple Syrup
- 3 cups strawberries washed and stems removed, then sliced (should measure three
- cups after they are sliced)
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup sugar
Lemonade
- Country Time Lemonade follow directions on the container to make 2 quarts
Garnish
- Lemon Sliced
- Strawberries Sliced
- Ice
Instructions
- In a large pitcher make 2 quarts of Country Time Lemonade according to package directions. Place in the freezer to chill while making the strawberry simple syrup.
- In a medium saucepan add 2 cups water, 1 cup sugar, and sliced strawberries. Cook over medium-high and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes, or until strawberries are soft and the liquid is a deep red color.
- Strain the strawberries using a mesh strainer into your pitcher. Press down on the strawberries gently, but make sure to not press too hard. You don’t want any strawberry chunks in your lemonade.
- Let the strawberry simple syrup cool for 15 minutes.
- Once cooled add strawberry simple syrup to the cold Country Time Lemonade.
- Serve over ice, sliced lemons, and sliced strawberries!
Notes
Using cold water to make the lemonade will help speed up the chilling process. This will make sure your summery drink is extra cold when served!
Add fun patterned paper straws to dress up your drink.
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