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Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade Recipe Easy Homemade Refreshing Mint Drink

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A quick and easy sparkling strawberry lemonade with fresh mint that is refreshing, flavorful, and perfect for warm weather or last-minute cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (frozen works too)
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2–3 medium lemons)
  • 2 cups sparkling water (e.g., Perrier or Topo Chico)
  • 10–12 fresh mint leaves, washed (reserve a few for garnish)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or honey/agave syrup as substitute)
  • 1 cup cold water (to dissolve sugar)
  • Ice cubes (as needed for serving)

Instructions

  1. Place 1 cup of hulled and halved fresh strawberries into a mixing bowl. Using a muddler or fork, gently crush them until you get a chunky puree, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup cold water. Heat gently over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool (about 5 minutes).
  3. While the syrup cools, squeeze 2-3 medium lemons to get about 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice. Strain to remove seeds and pulp if desired (3-4 minutes).
  4. In a large pitcher, mix the mashed strawberries, cooled simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice. Stir gently to blend flavors.
  5. Tear about 10-12 mint leaves and stir them into the mixture. Let sit for 5 minutes to infuse the mint aroma.
  6. Just before serving, add 2 cups chilled sparkling water to the pitcher. Stir gently to combine without flattening bubbles.
  7. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the sparkling strawberry lemonade over. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of lemon if desired.

Notes

Add sparkling water last and stir gently to preserve bubbles. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Muddle mint lightly to avoid bitterness. Store base mixture separately from sparkling water for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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