Strawberry Lemonade – Beautiful Mess

The best homemade strawberry lemonade only has four ingredients and is quick and easy to make. All you need is strawberries, lemons, sugar (or syrup), and water to make a delicious, sweet yet tart classic strawberry lemonade. Like classic homemade lemonade, this pink drink is perfect for relaxing by the pool or on a picnic, and can be made in large batches to serve a large crowd at a party or gathering.

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ingredient

• strawberry: This recipe will work with thawed frozen strawberries, but try to use fresh strawberries if possible.
• lemon: If possible, be sure to add fresh lemons to your lemonade. Lemon Squeezer To make juicing easier.
• sugar: The secret to getting the most evenly sweet lemonade (without the sugar granules settling at the bottom of the pitcher) is to dissolve the sugar in the hot water before mixing in the lemon juice and strawberries. Also buy a bottle You can buy simple syrup from the store, or you can make your own simple syrup instead.
• water: Tap water is fine, but purified or filtered water will taste cleaner.

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Dissolve sugar in water: Bring 2 cups of water to a boil on the stove, then remove from heat, add sugar and stir until dissolved. Cool slightly.

Juice Lemon: Using a knife, cut the lemon in half crosswise. Lemon Squeezer or juicer Extract the lemon juice.

Strawberry puree: Remove the green skin from the strawberries and place them in a food processor. Puree until smooth. You can strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to separate the seeds and pulp.

Mix together: Pour the sugar water into the kettle, add the remaining 4 cups of cold water, then add the lemon juice and strawberries. Stir to combine.

provide: When serving, fill the glass with ice and pour the strawberry lemonade over it. Enjoy!

Tips for making

• Try rolling a lemon: It may sound strange, but if you cut the lemon and roll it firmly on the counter before squeezing the juice, the juice will come out better and it will be easier to squeeze the juice.
• Grab the ice: Do not put the ice directly into the pitcher, as it will melt and dilute the liquid. Place the ice in each glass and pour the strawberry lemonade over it.
• How to make frozen strawberry lemonade: To make slushy lemonade, blend the sugar and lemon a little stronger, put it in a blender, add some ice, and enjoy it as a frozen dessert.

Strawberry Lemonade Variations

• Strawberry Arnold Palmer: Make an easy Arnold Palmer by adding iced tea to lemonade.
• Mint Lemonade: If you want to add a mint flavor, crush some fresh mint leaves in the bottom of the kettle before adding the ingredients.
• Spike Strawberry Lemonade: If you want to make strawberry lemonade with a hint of alcohol, add a splash of vodka or gin to the glass.

How do you make protein syrup?

To make your own simple syrup, combine 2 cups of sugar and 2 cups of water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved and there are no lumps.

Do not boil the syrup longer than it takes to melt it. If you boil the syrup too long, it will eventually caramelize.

Pour after cooling. party Keep it in the refrigerator.

Can you freeze fresh strawberry lemonade?

Yes! Simply add the lemon juice, strawberry puree, and syrup to a freezer bag (or freeze in an ice cube tray, then place in the bag), thaw the frozen strawberry lemonade concentrate in the freezer, then add the water.

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