Lactose Free Lemonade Berry Infused Water
Bright, tangy, and bursting with real strawberry flavor, this is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass of water feel like a special occasion. Fresh lemon juice and maple syrup-steeped berries create a naturally sweet base that's genuinely refreshing without relying on any dairy or artificial sweeteners. The trick of steeping the strawberries directly in the cooled maple syrup pulls out their juice and deepens the flavor before a single drop of water ever hits the pitcher. A splash of sparkling water added right before serving keeps things lively and effervescent, so every glass feels a little celebratory. It's completely free of milk-based ingredients by nature — no substitutions needed, no label-reading required. Pile on the ice, tuck in a sprig of mint, and you've got a pitcher-worthy drink that works for backyard gatherings, brunches, or just a slow afternoon on the porch.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup water
For the infused water
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 4 cups cold still water
- 1 cup sparkling water
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 lemon slices (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
- 2
Add the hulled and halved strawberries to the cooled maple syrup and press gently with a spoon to release their juice. Let the berries steep for 15 minutes, then strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a large pitcher, pressing the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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