Spice Free Blended Strawberry Lemonade Agua Fresca
Fresh strawberries and bright lemon juice are the stars here, blended together into a silky, vibrant drink that tastes like summer in a glass. A quick maple syrup simple syrup brings just the right amount of sweetness without leaning on any flavored syrups or commercial mixes that might sneak in unexpected additives. The whole thing gets strained until it's perfectly smooth, then topped with sparkling water for a little effervescence that makes it feel genuinely special. For anyone navigating a spice-free lifestyle, this kind of recipe is a breath of fresh air — every single ingredient is clean, straightforward, and exactly what it says it is. No hidden heat, no mystery blends, just real fruit and citrus doing all the heavy lifting. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a lemon slice on the rim and it looks as good as it tastes.
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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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