Quick Strawberry Lemonade Punch
This Quick Strawberry Lemonade Punch is vibrant, thirst-quenching, and incredibly easy to make with fresh strawberries, lemon juice, and sparkling water.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Drink
Cuisine American
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 4-6 lemons
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 cup chilled sparkling water or club soda
- fresh mint leaves for garnish
Start by washing your strawberries thoroughly. Remove the stems and slice them thinly to make it easier to release their flavor into the punch. You can use a food processor or blender to puree the strawberries for a smoother texture, or leave them sliced for a chunkier, more rustic presentation.
In a large pitcher, combine the granulated sugar and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved. This lemon syrup forms the base of your punch, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.
Add the sliced or pureed strawberries to the lemon syrup. Pour in 4 cups of cold water and stir to combine all the ingredients. This step dilutes the mixture just enough to create a refreshing and drinkable punch without losing flavor intensity.
Place the punch in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow the flavors to meld together. When ready to serve, add 1 cup of chilled sparkling water or club soda to give the punch a bubbly finish. Stir gently to combine.
Pour the punch into glasses over ice cubes. Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves for a pop of color and a hint of herbal aroma. You can also add a few whole strawberries or lemon slices for an extra touch of elegance.
- Use fresh lemons for the best vibrant flavor; bottled lemon juice may lessen the taste.
- Ensure the sugar is fully dissolved to avoid a grainy texture in the punch.
- Add sparkling water just before serving to keep the punch fizzy and fresh.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days; add fresh sparkling water before serving again.
- Try variations like adding other berries or infusing herbs such as basil or lavender for unique flavors.
Keyword Beverage, Dairy-Free, Easy, Gluten-Free, Quick, Refreshing, Summer