The Best Homemade Fresh Strawberry Lemonade Recipe (Summertime Favorite!)

Nothing says summertime like an ice cold glass of Fresh Strawberry Lemonade! This refreshing summer drink is so easy to make and the perfect way to use ripe strawberries during strawberry season, plus it makes a pretty, naturally colored pink lemonade.

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Creating this Fresh Strawberry Lemonade

I am so in love with our Breville Juice Fountain and so are the kids.

Last week we made tangelo juice to go with our breakfast for dinner and last night we made this delicious Fresh Strawberry Lemonade. It was the perfect drink for our beautiful spring evening last night.

I’ve never used an electronic juicer before, but I can tell you I am incredibly pleased with the Breville Juice Fountain Plus. I always imagined juicing to be something difficult and messy, but it was neither. I can see that we will be experimenting more often with juice concoctions, especially with warmer weather approaching.

The whole family loves fresh lemonade and this juicer made the process so fast and simple. I’m hoping to have a bunch of lemons this coming summer because I have been growing a dwarf lemon tree

What I Love About This Flavorful Drink

3 reasons I think this is the best strawberry lemonade recipe:

• It is made with natural ingredients, rather than lemonade concentrate. I love the way fresh, simple ingredients come together to make something more complex together.
• It is the most refreshing drink on a hot summer day – this strawberry lemonade tastes sweet and tart in the perfect proportions to quench your thirst and satisfy your tastebuds.
• It makes a great special occasion beverage during for spring and summer celebrations: Mother’s Day brunches, bridal showers, baby showers, or even backyard barbecues and porch sitting.

Ingredients You Need to Make this Fresh Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

For The Easy Strawberry Lemonade, you’ll need a few simple ingredients:

• Fresh Strawberries
• Lemons
• Limes
• Water
• Simple Syrup (Sugar Water)

To Prepare the Simple Syrup, you only need 2 ingredients. You can also purchase already prepared simple syrup:

• Sugar, Agave, or Monkfruit Sweetener Powder
• Water

For the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.

How to Make Strawberry Lemonade

There are two different ways to make strawberry lemonade – with an electric juicer or with a blender. Read on to learn about the instructions for the 2 different methods.

How to Make Strawberry Lemonade with a Juicer

First, prepare and cool the simple syrup. Then, wash the strawberries and remove the stems. After that, peel the lemons and the lime.

Juice the lemons and the limes using low speed on your juicer until you have the right amount of each. Then, repeat the juicing process with the strawberries.

Combine the lemon juice, lime juice, and strawberry juice with the rest of the ingredients (tasting for sweetness as you go). Stir to combine.

How to Make Strawberry Lemonade with a Blender

First, prepare the simple syrup and cool it completely.

To make the strawberry juice, blend the strawberries with a small amount of water until pureed. Then, strain the seeds from the strawberry puree using a fine mesh strainer. Afterwards, discard the strawberry seeds.

Next, juice the lemons and the limes using a citrus juicer or citrus press. Tip: how to get the most juice from your lemons and limes.

Add the lemon juice and lime juice to the pitcher containing the strawberry juice. Add the water and simple syrup to the strawberry mixture (tasting for sweetness as you go). Stir to combine.

For the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.

Tips for the Best Strawberry Lemonade

Is this your first time preparing homemade strawberry lemonade? Here are my pro tip to get the best results when preparing this summery drink.

• Adjust the amount of sugar in the simple syrup according to your preferences. Is 1 cup of sugar per cup of water too sweet for you? Try decreasing the amount of sugar in the simple syrup.
• Make sure the sugar dissolves completely when preparing the simple syrup.
• Use fresh ingredients for best results. You’ll get so much more flavor using fresh, ripe strawberries and juicy, fresh lemons.
• Don’t add ice directly to the pitcher, doing so will dilute the entire pitcher.
• The best way to serve this cold is to use cold water rather than room temperature water when preparing the recipe.
• If time allows, chill the fresh-squeezed lemonade in the refrigerator before serving. Then, add ice cubes to individual glasses just before serving.

How to Make it a Refreshing Summer Cocktail!

Strawberry Lemonade is one of my favorite drink recipes for summer because it is so easy to make a simple summer cocktail with. Here are a few ideas:

For a Vodka Lemonade: add 2 ounces of vodka for every 6 ounces of lemonade. Serve over ice. 

For a Tequila Lemonade: add salt on the rim of the cup, then combine 2 ounces of tequila for every 6 ounces of lemonade. Serve over ice.

For a Lemonade Spritzer: Combine 4 ounces chilled dry white wine with 1 ounce lemonade and 2 ounces club soda. Serve over ice.

How to Garnish Fresh Strawberry Lemonade

For a pretty presentations when making this flavorful drink, try some of these strawberry lemonade garnish ideas. They will take this simple recipe to the next level:

• Fresh Mint Leaves or Fresh Basil Leaves – not only does something green contrast beautifully with the bright color of this drink, the herbs are a natural flavor compliment
• Lemon Slices or Lemon Wedge – extra lemon looks pretty on the rim of the glass.
• Fresh Strawberries – Adding in sliced or quartered strawberries adds a pop of extra color. You can also place strawberries in the bottom of the glass and muddle them if you prefer.

What to Serve with Fresh Strawberry Lemonade

This strawberry lemonade will taste great with most all of your favorite spring and summer BBQ meals. We enjoy serving it with burgers, potato salad, coleslaw, pulled pork, and anything else with those fun summery flavors.

More Great Recipes for Homemade Lemonade

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Spiced Lemonade is not as sugary sweet as a canned lemonade mix and its unique flavor is so refreshing! With a hint of cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, this lemonade makes a tasty summer treat that the whole family will enjoy.

Sweet watermelon gets a bright kick from some lime juice and sparkling water for a crisp balance of sweet and tang in this Sparkling Watermelon Lemonade.

Homemade Watermelon Mint Lemonade is a fun take on the classic lemonade — and it couldn’t be more summery with its gorgeous bright pink color! A perfect summer drink for the whole family on a hot day!

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