This recipe is a delightful twist on a classic lemonade, perfect for a hot summer day. The muddled strawberries and Double Barrel Honey add a touch of sweetness and complexity, while the sparkling water keeps it light and refreshing.
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons Double Barrel Honey
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
- 4 cups chilled sparkling water
- Fresh mint sprigs, for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS:
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Muddle the Strawberries: In a large pitcher, add the fresh strawberries. Using a muddler (or a spoon in a pinch),gently mash the strawberries to release their juices.
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Add Double Barrel Honey: Add the Double Barrel Honey to the pitcher and stir to combine with the muddled strawberries.
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Lemon Juice: Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir well to dissolve the honey and incorporate the lemon juice with the strawberries.
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Top with Sparkling Water: Add the chilled sparkling water to the pitcher. Gently stir to combine all the ingredients.
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Garnish and Serve: Fill glasses with the sparkling strawberry lemonade and garnish with fresh mint sprigs.Serve immediately and enjoy!
TIPS:
- For a sweeter lemonade, adjust the amount of Double Barrel Honey to your taste. Start with 2 tablespoons and add more if desired.
- If you don't have a muddler, you can use a spoon to smash the strawberries.
- For a more intense strawberry flavor, you can muddle a few whole strawberries and then remove them before adding the sparkling water.
- Frozen strawberries can be used instead of fresh strawberries. Use 1 cup of frozen strawberries, thawed slightly.
This recipe is refreshing and perfect for a crowd. It's also a great way to showcase the unique flavor of Double Barrel Honey.
