Sonic Strawberry Lemonade
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Sonic Strawberry Lemonade
Description
The strawberry syrup is prepared by washing, hulling, and quartering fresh strawberries, which are simmered in water for 15 minutes to extract flavor. After straining out the solids, sugar is added and the mixture cooks further to thicken slightly and develop syrup consistency. Any impurities are skimmed off before cooling and refrigeration.
To assemble the drink, a measured portion of strawberry syrup is combined with lemonade and ice cubes in a glass, stirred gently and garnished with a fresh strawberry for visual appeal. The balance of sweet strawberry syrup with tart lemonade delivers a bright and thirst-quenching beverage with natural fruit taste.
This recipe allows the syrup to be stored refrigerated for up to two weeks, making it convenient for multiple servings. Using fresh strawberries in the syrup enhances seasonal flavor compared to bottled syrups or artificial flavors.
Ingredients
Strawberry Syrup
- 1 pound strawberry
- 32 ounces water
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
Drink Recipe
- 1/4 cup Strawberry Syrup
- 1 cup lemonade
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 strawberry for garnish
Instructions
Strawberry Syrup
- Wash and hull your strawberries.
- Cut strawberries into quarters. Place strawberries into a pot and add 32 ounces of water. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes.
- Strain liquid, discard the strawberries.
- Add sugar, and cook for 5 additional minutes. Skim off any impurities on the top of the syrup.
- Pour into a container, and allow to cool. Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Strawberry Lemonade Drink
- Place 1/4 cup strawberry syrup in a glass. Add ice and 1 cup of your favorite lemonade.
- Garnish with a strawberry if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 35 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 35kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 0g | 0% |
| Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 6mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 5mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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