Sparkling Strawberry-Mint Lemonade
Bursting with sun-ripened berries and garden-fresh mint! This vibrant, fizzy lemonade combines tart citrus, sweet strawberries, and cooling mint for the ultimate alcohol-free thirst quencher. Perfect for hot days, brunches, or bridal showers!
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup fresh lemon juice (≈2 lemons)
- ⅓ cup fresh lime juice (≈3 limes)
- 3 tbsp honey simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup chilled club soda (like La Croix or Fever-Tree)
- 4 ripe strawberries (+ extra for garnish)
- 8 fresh mint leaves (+ sprigs for garnish)
- Crushed ice
Why these ingredients shine:
▶ Dual citrus (lemon + lime) adds complex tang vs. single-note sourness.
▶ Muddled strawberries infuse natural sweetness and jewel-toned color.
▶ Club soda keeps it light and bubbly—not sugary like lemon-lime soda.
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep Citrus Base
- Juice lemons and limes into a pitcher. Stir in 2 tbsp honey syrup.
- Taste: Add remaining 1 tbsp syrup if desired.
2. Muddle Berries & Mint
- In each glass: Add 1 sliced strawberry + 2 mint leaves.
- Gently muddle (don’t pulverize!) to release juices and oils.
3. Assemble & Fizz
- Fill glasses ¾ full with crushed ice.
- Pour citrus mix halfway up the glass.
- Top with chilled club soda (creates gorgeous layered ombré!).
- Garnish with mint sprig + strawberry slice.
Pro Tips:
- Boost flavor: Add ½ tsp lemon zest to the pitcher.
- Frozen twist: Use frozen strawberries instead of ice.
- Herb swap: Basil or rosemary for a sophisticated edge.
- Extra fizzy? Use extra-dry sparkling water.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
| Calories | Carbs | Sugar |
|---|---|---|
| 95 | 28g | 24g |
| *Fat: 0g | Protein: 0g | Fiber: 1g* |
Dietary Notes:
✔️ Vegan (swap honey for agave)
✔️ Gluten-free
✔️ Low-fat | Paleo-friendly
Why You’ll Love This:
“I’m obsessed! The muddled strawberries make it taste like summer in a glass. Even my soda-addicted teens chose this over Coke!”
— Marcus, CA (recipe tester)
Perfect Pairings:
🧀 Goat cheese & arugula salad
🍗 Grilled lemon-herb chicken
🥑 Avocado toast brunch