Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 2 cups sparkling water or club soda
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slices and whole strawberries for garnish
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

  • Prepare the Strawberry Puree:
    • In a blender, puree the fresh strawberries until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds, if desired.
  • Make the Lemonade Base:
    • In a pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Combine Strawberry Puree and Lemonade:
    • Add the strawberry puree to the lemonade base and mix well. Adjust the sweetness according to your preference by adding more sugar if needed.
  • Add Cold Water:
    • Pour in the cold water and stir to combine. Taste and adjust the flavor if necessary.
  • Assemble the Drink:
    • Fill glasses with ice cubes.
    • Pour the strawberry lemonade over the ice.
  • Add Sparkling Water:
    • Top each glass with sparkling water or club soda to add a fizzy element. Gently stir to combine.
  • Garnish:
    • Garnish the glasses with lemon slices, whole strawberries, and fresh mint leaves for an extra burst of flavor.
  • Serve:
    • Serve immediately and enjoy your sparkling strawberry lemonade on a hot day!