Sunday, January 25, 2015

Thirsty Thursday: Sparkling Strawberry lemonade



It's sweet, refreshing and bubbly. And its so easy and inexpensive to make right at home! You could even include your children if you want. 
Sparkling Strawberry Lemonade - Wonderfully sweet, tangy, refreshing and bubbly. Plus, it's so easy and inexpensive to make right at home!

INGREDIENTS

1/2 cup Imperial Sugar Extra Fine Granulated Sugar
1 pound strawberries, hulled
3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 cups sparkling water


INSTRUCTIONS

To make the simple syrup, combine sugar and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar is Dissolved, about 2-3 minutes; watch cool.

Add strawberries to the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth, about 1-2 minutes; strain through a cheesecloth or fine sieve.

In a large pitcher, whisk together strawberry puree, lemon juice and simple syrup. Place in the refrigerator until chilled.

Serve over ice and sparkling water.