Description
This refreshing Strawberry Lemonade recipe can be enjoyed as a mocktail or a cocktail. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, making it a delightful drink for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Syrup:
- 2 cups of water
- 1 cup white sugar
For the Lemonade:
- 10 strawberries with the ends cut off
- 1 cup of lemon juice (about 6 lemons, freshly squeezed)
- 3/4 cup of vodka (optional, gin or white rum also work)
Instructions
- Prepare the Syrup: Add the water and sugar to a saucepan over medium heat. Heat for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool completely.
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the strawberries, lemon juice, vodka (if using), and cooled syrup. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the Lemonade: Place a fine mesh strainer over a pitcher and strain the lemonade into the pitcher.
- Serve: Pour the lemonade over ice, sliced lemons, and strawberries. Garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approximately 150 kcal
- Sugar: Approximately 20g
- Sodium: Approximately 5mg
- Fat: Approximately 0g
- Saturated Fat: Approximately 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 25g
- Fiber: Approximately 1g
- Protein: Approximately 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
