Love lemonade? Love strawberries? Then this Strawberry Mint Lemonade is just for you! It’s super refreshing, easy to make, and perfect for hot days. Plus, it looks so pretty with its vibrant color.
About the Ingredients
Full list of ingredients with exact measurements is in the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
This Strawberry Mint Lemonade is made with just a few simple ingredients.
Sugar:
We use granulated sugar, but feel free to use other sweeteners too. Agave syrup, maple syrup, or honey all work well if you prefer a more natural option.
Hot Water:
This helps dissolve the sugar when making the simple syrup.
Mint Leaves:
Fresh mint leaves add a nice refreshing touch. They make the drink feel extra cool and summery.
Lemon:
We always go for fresh lemons when making lemonade. Bottled juice just doesn’t have the same taste.
Strawberries:
Use ripe and sweet strawberries if you can. Their natural sweetness balances perfectly with the tangy lemon flavor. Frozen strawberries work perfectly as well. Just make sure to thaw them first so they’re easier to blend.
How To Make Strawberry Mint Lemonade
Full instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
Making this refreshing strawberry mint lemonade is super easy!
Start by making a simple syrup with hot water, sugar, and mint leaves. This gives the drink that lovely minty flavor.
While it’s steeping, you can juice the lemons and puree the strawberries. Then you just mix everything together, strain it to keep things nice and smooth, and top it off with cold water.
Pop it in the fridge until it’s nice and cold, then sit back and enjoy every sip!
Serving Suggestions
This Strawberry Mint Lemonade goes perfectly with Turkish snacks like sigara böreği, mercimek köftesi, or pogaça. The tangy and fruity flavor balances out these savory dishes so well.
It’s also a great drink for summer BBQs, garden parties, picnic days, or even iftar tables during Ramadan. Make a big batch and let everyone help themselves, it’s always a crowd-pleaser!
Storage
You can keep any leftover Strawberry Mint Lemonade in the fridge for up to 5 days. Just store it in a covered pitcher or a bottle with a lid to keep it fresh.
Give it a quick stir before serving, as the strawberry pulp might settle a bit at the bottom.
Can I Make it Ahead?
Yes, definitely! You can make it a day ahead and keep it in the fridge. In fact, the flavors get even better after a few hours. Just give it a good stir before serving.
Make It Kid-Friendly
Our son absolutely loves this strawberry mint lemonade! You can skip the mint if your kids are not into mint flavor. You can also pour the lemonade into popsicle molds and freeze it to make the cutest ice lollies!
Can I Turn It Into a Cocktail?
Absolutely! This strawberry lemonade makes a great base for a light and fruity cocktail. Just add a splash of your favorite alcohol.
Vodka, gin, or tequila all work really well. Start with about 1 shot (around 45 ml) per glass, give it a good stir, and taste to see if you want a bit more.
Serve it over ice, garnish with mint and a slice of lemon or strawberry, and enjoy your summer cocktail!
How to Adjust the Sweetness
This strawberry mint lemonade is not overly sweet, we like to keep it on the refreshing and slightly tangy side. But of course, you can adjust it to your own taste!
After mixing everything together, take a quick sip before chilling it in the fridge. If it feels too tart, stir in a bit more sugar.
It’s best to adjust the sweetness before refrigerating, while the sugar can still dissolve easily. That way, the flavors will be nicely balanced when it’s time to serve.
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📖 Recipe
Strawberry Mint Lemonade
INGREDIENTS
For the simple syrup:
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 cup sugar
- 10 mint leaves
For the lemonade:
- 4 lemons squeezed (1 cup fresh lemon juice)
- 7 ounces fresh strawberries pureed
- 4 cups cold water
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a small jug or jar, combine the hot water, sugar, and mint leaves. Stir well until the sugar completely dissolves. Let it steep for about 10 minutes.
- Add the fresh lemon juice and pureed strawberries into the mixture. Give it a good stir.
- Strain it into a large pitcher to remove the mint and strawberry seeds.
- Pour in the cold water and stir again.
- Serve with extra mint leaves, lemon slices, and fresh strawberries if you like!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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