Savor the taste of summer with our Homemade Strawberry Lemonade. This refreshing blend, featuring fresh strawberries and lemons in a sweet-tart symphony, is perfect for hot days and social gatherings. Its vibrant hue and icy coolness make it an ideal choice for beating the heat and delighting your guests.
Combine 2 cups of sugar with 2 cups of water in a saucepan over medium heat.
Stir the mixture until it boils and the sugar fully dissolves, then take off the heat to cool.
To Make Strawberry Lemonade
Add strawberries and water to a blender. Ensure strawberries are stem-free and thoroughly rinsed.
Secure the lid on the blender and blend until the mixture is smooth.
Remove the lid and strain the blended strawberries through a fine-mesh strainer to separate the puree.
Keep the resulting strawberry puree aside.
Slice the lemons in half and place them into a bowl.
Position a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl and extract the juice from the halved lemons, using a handheld juicer or citrus press as preferred.
Press the collected pulp against the strainer with a spoon or spatula to thoroughly extract the juice.
Combine the lemon juice, sugar syrup, strawberry puree, and 4 cups of water in a large bowl or pitcher. Stir well to mix.
Place sliced strawberries, lemon rounds, and ice cubes in a serving glass, then pour over the prepared Strawberry Lemonade. Your refreshing drink is now ready to be enjoyed.
To Serve
Serve this homemade Strawberry Lemonade as a perfect thirst-quencher on sweltering summer days or as a delightful refreshment for parties and get-togethers.
Notes
Tips for Perfect Strawberry Lemonade:
Sugar Syrup: A 1:1 sugar-to-water ratio creates ideal sweetness. However, adjust the sugar based on the natural sweetness of your strawberries and lemons.
Water Quantity: The amount of water used to dilute the lemon juice and strawberry puree can vary. For a balanced sweet-tart flavor, I've found that 4 cups of water works well.
Chill for Refreshment: For the best flavor, refrigerate the lemonade for at least 2 hours before serving. This ensures a truly refreshing drink.