Description
Strawberry coconut water lemonade offers refreshing tropical paradise in a glass. Crisp citrus notes blend seamlessly with sweet strawberries and hydrating coconut water, creating an irresistible summer drink you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits:
- 1 lb strawberries, trimmed and halved
- ¾ cup (180 milliliters) fresh-squeezed lemon juice (approximately 4 lemons)
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) coconut water (Vita Coco brand)
Sweeteners:
- ½ cup (100 grams) sugar
Liquids:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) water
- Sparkling water (optional)
Instructions
- Craft a smooth simple syrup by dissolving sugar in water using microwave. Heat for approximately 90 seconds, stirring until sugar completely melts. Allow liquid to cool thoroughly in refrigerator for optimal sweetness integration.
- Select ripe, vibrant strawberries and carefully halve them. Combine strawberries with freshly squeezed lemon juice in a blender. Pulse until mixture transforms into a silky, uniform puree with intense fruity essence.
- Pour coconut water into strawberry-lemon mixture, creating a tropical fusion. Gradually incorporate prepared simple syrup, tasting and adjusting sweetness level to balance fruit’s natural tartness and sugar content.
- Transfer lemonade into chilled container. Allow beverage to rest in refrigerator for minimum 30 minutes, enabling flavors to meld and intensify. When serving, fill glasses with crushed ice and gently pour lemonade.
- Optional enhancement: Garnish with fresh strawberry slice or mint leaf. For effervescent variation, top with splash of sparkling water just before presenting. Savor this refreshing, exotic beverage that captures summer’s essence in every sip.
Notes
- Chilling this tropical twist brings out the vibrant strawberry and coconut notes, transforming an ordinary drink into a refreshing summer escape.
- Blending strawberries directly creates a naturally sweet, intense fruit base that eliminates the need for artificial flavors or excessive sugar.
- Microwaving simple syrup accelerates the dissolving process, ensuring a smooth, quick sweetener that perfectly balances the tart lemon and fruity strawberry elements.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg