My Strawberry Lemonade There’s something about homemade strawberry lemonade that instantly reminds me of summer. It’s bright, refreshing, sweet, and tart all at the same time—and when strawberries are in season, it’s the perfect way to use them. I wanted to make a strawberry lemonade that didn’t rely on bottled lemonade or artificial strawberry flavor.

Fresh strawberries, freshly squeezed lemons, and a simple homemade syrup are all it takes to create a drink that tastes like summer in a glass. What I love most about this recipe is how easy it is to adjust. You can make it sweeter, more tart, or add extra strawberries depending on your taste. It’s perfect for a family barbecue, summer gathering, or simply keeping a pitcher in the refrigerator on a hot day.

Recipe

Strawberry Lemonade

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This homemade strawberry lemonade is sweet, tart, and incredibly refreshing, made with fresh strawberries, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a simple homemade syrup. It’s an easy warm-weather drink that comes together with just a handful of ingredients and can be adjusted to be as sweet or tangy as you like.

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Ingredients

1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
4 –5 fresh lemons juiced
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup water
3 –4 cups cold water
1 –2 cups ice
1 lemon sliced

Instructions

In a saucepan, combine the 1/2 cup sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool.
Add the sliced strawberries to a blender, pitcher, or bowl and mash or blend them until juicy and slightly smooth.
Add the fresh lemon juice and cooled sugar syrup. Pour in 3–4 cups of cold water and mix everything together until well combined.
Add 1–2 cups of ice and a few fresh lemon slices for an extra burst of lemon flavor.
Pour over ice and enjoy this sweet, tart, and incredibly refreshing homemade strawberry lemonade!