Refreshing, fruity, and naturally delicious — this homemade strawberry drink is perfect served chilled on warm days!
📝 Ingredients
500g fresh strawberries
1 liter water
½–1 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
1 tbsp lemon juice
Ice cubes (optional for serving)
👩🍳 Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Strawberries
Wash and hull the strawberries, then cut them into pieces.
Step 2: Blend
Add strawberries and a little water to a blender and blend until smooth.
Step 3: Strain
Pour the mixture through a fine strainer to remove seeds and pulp if you prefer a smoother drink.
Step 4: Cook the Syrup
Pour the strawberry juice into a saucepan. Add water, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmer over medium heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 5: Cool & Bottle
Remove from heat and let cool completely. Pour into sterilized bottles and refrigerate.
Step 6: Serve
Serve chilled over ice or dilute with cold water if making a concentrated syrup.
💡 Tips
✔ Add mint leaves for extra freshness. ✔ Store refrigerated for up to 1 week. ✔ Delicious mixed with sparkling water.
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins Servings: 6
