Recipe for Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade at Life's Ambrosia

I noticed recently that I don’t have any recipes for drinks on this blog so what better way to start a new category then with homemade sparkling strawberry lemonade. To be honest, I had never attempted homemade lemonade before. Growing up, I was always a fan of the powdered stuff, but have since found it way too sweet for me. Making it at home allows you to adjust it to your tastes. For this recipe, I used fresh strawberries, lemons, a quick simple syrup and some sparkling water. A little sweet, a little tart and very refreshing.

You may notice seeds in my picture, and that is because I chose not to strain the strawberries after I pureed them. I like the little pieces of fresh fruit. If it’s not for you feel free to strain yours. But don’t do like a friend of mine did and strain it over the sink, make sure you have a bowl under it to catch the juice. ;-)

You will need:

6 lemons
1 to 1 1/2 cups simple syrup (recipe follows)
1 (16 ounce) container strawberries, hulled and halved
1 quart sparkling water
ice cubes
mint for garnish

Roll the lemons back and forth a couple of times on the counter to release the juices. Cut the lemons in half juice into a bowl. Remove any seeds that may have fallen into the juice. You should get about 1 cup of lemon juice.
Using an immersion blender or regular blender, blend the strawberries with the 1/2 cup of the simple syrup, until smooth.
Pour lemon juice, strawberry puree, 1/2 cup simple syrup and sparkling water into a pitcher. Add more simple syrup if you want a little more sweetness. Add ice cubes. Chill until ready to drink.
Place more ice cubes in a glass, pour in chilled lemonade, garnish with mint sprig. Enjoy!

Simple Syrup

1 part sugar
1 part water

Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat.
Bring to a boil. Stir until sugar has dissolved.
Cool completely.

Simple syrup is also used in many different cocktails. Keep it in the refrigerator and it will last for a few weeks.

Enjoy!

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Responses to "Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade"

“
This drink looks delicious! I wish I had seen it sooner, we’ve been getting a lot of hot weather here, and it would have been a refreshing little drink to have around. :)
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- Kimberrley

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perfect! good idea!
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- Renee

“
What a perfect summer recipe! I love the pink color!
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- finsmom

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Yum! This looks awesome. I am not one to make drinks, but I really like fresh, pure lemonade so I am sure I will like this. I will have to try it!
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- GrilledShane

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This looks very refreshing.Perfect for summer!
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- peachkins

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Wow, beautiful! Looks so refreshing!
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- Dimah

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What a great summery drink!
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- Mindy

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How refreshing!! I can’t wait to try it this weekend!!!
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- Suzanne

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There are so many strawberries for sale at the farmers market, I keep thinking I need to buy a bunch and do something with them. This sounds like a great way to use some up.
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- Mrs. L

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Yum, my daughter would love this pink drink.
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- cassie

“
You rock! I just purchased a flat of strawberries, and I look forward to trying this drink. My family will love it.
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- muddywaters

“
What a lovely picture! Thanks for the idea – I’ve got both lemons and strawberries in the fridge and I’m going to make this today :)
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- Tracey

“
Oh my gosh. This recipe is wonderful!!!! I made it yesterday and we’re ready for another pitcher today. Thanks for sharing such a great idea.
I shared the recipe on my blog too, with a link back to you.
Thanks again – it’s awesome. I especially love the fizz. Great touch!
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- Michelle

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Thanks for visiting my blog!

This lemonade looks like it would really hit the spot today…nearly 100F with heat index in Houston…maybe I’ll give it a go tomorrow ;-)
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- Stef