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    Home » Recipes » Lemon Drinks » Strawberry Lemonade

    Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

    Published: June 9, 2022 by Sangeetha Vel | Updated: November 1, 2022 2 Comments

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    Strawberry Lemonade is a refreshing, sweet, tart, and vibrant bright color summer drink. It is usually made with fresh strawberries, lemon, and simple sugar syrup and served with a lot of ice cubes. The recipe I have shared here shows you how to make Strawberry Lemonade with easy step-by-step instructions for you to try and enjoy at home.

    I have also shared a detailed video of this recipe below to make the cooking process clear and simple. This Homemade Strawberry Lemonade is one of the best-iced drinks that can be enjoyed on hot summer days to quench your thirst or as a refreshment for parties and get-togethers.

    Strawberry Lemonade in a glass mug placed on a table with lemon and strawberry nearby.
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    • What is Strawberry Lemonade?
    • Ingredients
    • How to make Strawberry Lemonade?
    • Tips
    • Calories
    • Storage Suggestions
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Related Recipes
    • Strawberry Lemonade Recipe video
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    What is Strawberry Lemonade?

    Strawberry Lemonade is a sweet, tart, and refreshing bright-colored summer drink. It is usually made with simple sugar syrup, fresh strawberries, and lemons. This homemade Strawberry Lemonade delivers a perfectly sweet, tart, and refreshing drink to enjoy on hot summer days.

    Even though the basic and classic lemonade is our go-to drink to quench our thirst in summer, this strawberry version is the all-time favorite with our kids. The tartness and sweetness of the fresh strawberries enhance the taste and flavor of the regular lemonade.

    Not to mention the eye-catching bright red color of the strawberries that makes the drink a perfect hit for parties or get-togethers.

    Ingredients

    The ingredients you will need to make this Strawberry Lemonade are pretty simple. And they should be easily available in most supermarkets or grocery stores around. So let's see what are they below.

    Strawberry Lemonade ingredients placed on a table.
    • Strawberries - Fresh whole strawberries stem removed and washed thoroughly under running water
    • Lemon - I have used Meyers Lemon here, but feel free to use the variety that's handy to you
    • Sugar - For making a simple sugar syrup
    • Water - For making syrup and diluting the drink
    • Ice Cubes - Add while you serve the drink for a cooling and refreshing effect

    For the detailed ingredients list please check out the recipe card below.

    How to make Strawberry Lemonade?

    The recipe I have shared here is a Homemade Strawberry Lemonade made with simple sugar syrup and fresh strawberries and lemon.

    Strawberry Lemonade in a glass mug placed on a table with lemon and strawberry nearby.

    Following are the high-level instructions to make this drink but for detailed step-by-step instructions with photos and video, please check out the recipe card below.

    • Prep Sugar Syrup - In a saucepan with medium heat, add 2 cups of sugar and 2 cups of water
    • Reserve - Mix well and bring it to a boil. Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the syrup from heat and allow it to cool down
    • Make Strawberry Puree - In a blender jar, add strawberries and water ( Before adding the strawberries into a blender, always make sure to remove the stem and wash them thoroughly in running water)
    • Blend - Close the lid and blend until strawberries turn smooth
    • Filter - Open the lid and filter the strawberry mixture using a fine-mesh strainer. Reserve the filtered strawberry puree for later use
    • Cut the Lemon - Cut the lemons in half and transfer them to the bowl
    • Squeeze the Juice - Place a fine-mesh strainer in a bowl and squeeze the juice from the lemon. Feel free to use a handheld juicer, citrus press, or other methods to squeeze your lemon juice. Mix well the pulp that is collected in the strainer using a spoon or spatula to extract the juice
    • Prep Strawberry Lemonade - In a large bowl or pitcher, pour the squeezed lemon juice, sugar syrup, strawberry puree, and 4 cups of water. Give it a good mix.
    • Garnish - In a serving glass, add sliced strawberries, lemons, and ice cubes, and then pour the prepared Strawberry Lemonade
    • Serve - Serve this homemade Strawberry Lemonade to quench your thirst on hot summer days or as a refreshment for parties, or get-togethers

    Tips

    • Sugar Syrup - I have used a 1:1 ratio of sugar and water for making the syrup and it delivers the perfect sweetness to your drink. But if your strawberries and lemons are already sweet enough then adjust the quantity of sugar accordingly
    • Water Quantity - Diluting the lemon juice and strawberry puree depends on how sour your drink is. Here I have used 4 cups of water to dilute the juice and it delivered me a balanced sweet and tart drink
    • Make it Cool - To enjoy a refreshing outcome, I would recommend keeping the drink in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving
    • Storage Suggestions - This Strawberry Lemonade stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days in a closed pitcher

    Calories

    This Homemade Strawberry Lemonade that I have shared here contains 151 calories per serving and it is an estimation by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may change if you change or alter the ingredients. You could also find the detailed nutritional information in the recipe card below.

    Storage Suggestions

    This Strawberry Lemonade stays fresh for up to 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator in a closed pitcher. You can also freeze them in freezer-friendly bags and store them up for a month.

    Serving Suggestions

    To enjoy a refreshing drink, serve this drink with some fresh strawberry and lemon slices, and ice cubes. You can relish it as a thirst-quenching summer drink or as a party refreshment.

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    You could also find similar recipes below and more in summer drinks recipes and juice recipes.

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    Strawberry Lemonade Recipe video

    I have also shared a detailed video of this Strawberry Lemonade Recipe below that I hope will help you to make a refreshing drink at home. You could also find this recipe in a story format.

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    Strawberry Lemonade in a glass mug placed on a table with lemon and strawberry nearby.

    Strawberry Lemonade

    Strawberry Lemonade is a refreshing, sweet, tart, and vibrant bright color summer drink. It is usually made with fresh strawberries, lemon, and simple sugar syrup and served with a lot of ice cubes. This Homemade Strawberry Lemonade is one of the best-iced drinks that can be enjoyed on hot summer days to quench your thirst or as a refreshment for parties and get-togethers.
    4.50 from 2 votes
    Author: Sangeetha Vel
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    Course: Summer Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Prep: 5 mins
    Cook: 15 mins
    Adjust 12 cups

    Ingredients
     
     

    For Sugar Syrup

    • 2 cups Sugar
    • 2 cups Water

    For Lemonade

    • 8 Lemon
    • ½ lb Strawberries
    • 5 cups Water, 1 cup for puree + 4 cups for diluting
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    Instructions
     

    To make Sugar Syrup

    • In a saucepan with medium heat, add 2 cups of sugar and 2 cups of water
      Adding sugar into a saucepan.
    • Mix well and bring it to a boil. Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the syrup from heat and allow it to cool down
      Sugar Syrup boiling in a saucepan.

    To Make Strawberry Lemonade

    • In a blender jar, add strawberries and water ( Before adding the strawberries into a blender, always make sure to remove the stem and wash them thoroughly in running water)
      Fresh strawberries in a glass bowl.
    • Close the lid and blend until strawberries turn smooth
      Strawberries are blending in a blender jar.
    • Open the lid and filter the strawberry mixture using a fine-mesh strainer
      Filtering the strawberry puree.
    • Reserve the filtered strawberry puree for later use
      Strawberry puree in a glass bowl.
    • Cut the lemons in half and transfer them to the bowl
      Cutting the lemons in half.
    • Place a fine-mesh strainer in a bowl and squeeze the juice from the lemon. Feel free to use a handheld juicer, citrus press, or other methods to squeeze your lemon juice
      Squeezing the lemon juice over a mesh strainer.
    • Mix well the pulp that is collected in the strainer using a spoon or spatula to extract the juice
      Filtering the juice from lemon pulp.
    • In a large bowl or pitcher, pour the squeezed lemon juice, sugar syrup, strawberry puree, and 4 cups of water. Give it a good mix
      Strawberry Lemonade in a large bowl.
    • In a serving glass, add sliced strawberries, lemons, and ice cubes, and then pour the prepared Strawberry Lemonade. Now the refreshing Strawberry Lemonade is ready for you to taste and enjoy
      Pouring Strawberry Lemonade in a serving mug.

    To Serve

    • Serve this homemade Strawberry Lemonade to quench your thirst on hot summer days or as a refreshment for parties, or get-togethers
      Strawberry Lemonade served in a serving mug.

    Video

    Notes

    1. Sugar Syrup - I have used a 1:1 ratio of sugar and water for making the syrup and it delivers the perfect sweetness to your drink. But if your strawberries and lemons are already sweet enough then adjust the quantity of sugar accordingly
    2. Water Quantity - Diluting the lemon juice and strawberry puree depends on how sour your drink is. Here I have used 4 cups of water to dilute the juice and it delivered me a balanced sweet and tart drink
    3. Make it Cool - To enjoy a refreshing outcome, I would recommend keeping the drink in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving
    4. Storage Suggestions - This Strawberry Lemonade stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days in a closed pitcher 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 6mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 36g
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    FAQ

    What is Strawberry Lemonade?

    Strawberry Lemonade is a sweet, tart, and refreshing bright-colored summer drink. It is usually made with simple sugar syrup, fresh strawberries, and lemons. It is a perfect homemade drink that delivers a sweet, tart, and refreshing drink to enjoy on hot summer days.

    Is Strawberry Lemonade good for your health?

    No. Even though the fresh strawberries and lemons are rich sources of Vitamin c, minerals and nutrients the drink also contains a good amount of sugar. So the sugar in the drink restricts it to fall under the healthy category.

    What is the difference between Pink and Strawberry Lemonade?

    Strawberry Lemonade is usually made with fresh strawberries while pink lemonade is made with a coloring agent, cranberry juice, or grenadine syrup to achieve the pink color.

    How many calories are there in a Strawberry Lemonade?

    This Homemade drink that I have shared here contains 151 calories per serving and it is an estimation by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may change if you change or alter the ingredients. You could also find the detailed nutritional information on the recipe card above.

    I hope you enjoyed the recipe that I have shared here and I would love to hear from you about how it turned out for you. Please let me know.

    If you have any other questions, feel free to post them in the comment section below and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible.

    Enjoy!

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    1. Sash

      October 12, 2022 at 7:31 pm

      4 stars
      This is REALLY good! 😃 I didn't except anything good from it because there weren’t any reviews, but I tried it anyway and it turned out great . Its tastes like a normal sweet lemonade, nothing fancy, but good nonetheless. (Another thing I like is that it changes the ingredient measurements to the quantity you want to make.)

      I recommend 👍

      Reply
      • Sangeetha Vel

        October 12, 2022 at 10:11 pm

        Hi Sash,
        I am glad to hear that it turned out great for you and it is also nice to know that the option to adjust the quantity of ingredients is helping. Thank you for sharing your feedback 🙂

        Reply

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