Alpha Gal Friendly Blended Strawberry Lemonade Agua Fresca
Few drinks hit as hard as a cold, fruit-forward agua fresca on a warm day, and this strawberry lemonade version is genuinely hard to put down. Fresh strawberries and real lemon juice do all the heavy lifting here, blended smooth and strained into a pitcher of pure, vibrant flavor. The sweetener is maple syrup rather than refined white sugar, which dissolves beautifully into a quick homemade simple syrup and adds a subtle depth that store-bought mixes just can't touch. Every single ingredient is plant-based and naturally free from mammalian products, so there's no label-reading stress or hidden animal-derived additives to worry about. A splash of sparkling water right before serving gives each glass a gentle fizz that makes it feel a little festive without any extra effort. It's the kind of refreshing drink you'll want to make in big batches all season long.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup water
For the agua fresca
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (about 16 medium)
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3–4 lemons)
- 2 cups cold water
For serving
- 1 cup sparkling water, for serving
- 2 cups ice cubes, for serving
- 4 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes until no longer warm to the touch.
- 2
Add the strawberries, lemon juice, cold water, and cooled maple syrup to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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