Homemade Strawberry Lemonade Drink (Print Version)
A chilled blend of ripe strawberries and fresh lemon juice for the ultimate summer refreshment.
# Ingredients:
→ Lemonade
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6 cups water
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1 1/2 cups lemon juice (approximately 8-10 lemons)
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1 cup granulated sugar or alternative sweetener
→ Strawberry Mixture
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12 oz strawberries, quartered
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3 Tbsp granulated sugar
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4 mint leaves (optional)
# Steps:
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In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of water with granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves fully. Remove from heat and let cool.
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Cut the lemons in half and extract the juice using a juicer or hand squeezer. Ensure no seeds remain in the juice.
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In a pitcher, mix the remaining 5 cups of water with the cooled simple syrup and lemon juice. Stir well and adjust sweetness or tartness as required.
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Wash, hull, and quarter the strawberries. Add them to a blender with mint leaves and sugar, then blend until smooth.
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Place a strainer over a bowl or pour directly into the pitcher to strain the purée, removing solids.
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In the pitcher, mix the strained strawberry purée with the lemonade base until fully combined.
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Add ice cubes, additional mint leaves, and slices of lemon or strawberries to the pitcher. Stir lightly and serve chilled.
# Notes and Tips:
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For a more vibrant flavor, allow the lemonade to chill for an hour before serving.