Big Batch Cocktails: Spiked Strawberry Lemonade
This Spiked Strawberry Lemonade cocktail blends fresh strawberries simmered with sugar and water, then pureed and strained to create a smooth strawberry syrup. Combined with lemon juice and vodka, it results in a refreshing, slightly sweet, and tart beverage served chilled over ice, garnished with lemon and strawberry slices for added zest and color.
Ingredients
- 1 pint strawberry 357 grams, trimmed and halved
- 24 oz water divided
- 12 oz vodka
- 8 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
Instructions
- Add strawberries, sugar, and 8 oz of water to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, then lower heat to a simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the strawberries mash easily when pressed against the side of the pan with the back of a spoon.
- Add strawberry mixture to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Strain mixture into a bowl or directly into the serving pitcher to remove any remaining seeds and chunks.
- Allow strawberry mixture to cool before adding remaining ingredients and stirring.
- Serve in a mason jar or highball glass with plenty of ice. Garnish with lemon and strawberry slices.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 80mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.