Strawberry Water

Strawberry water is a deliciously hydrating drink with the essence of the red berry! Wow your guests with a pitcher of this delicious beverage.

I love finding tasty, healthy drink options, like infused waters and herbal teas. Here’s a new-to-me beverage that has quickly become a favorite of mine: Strawberry Water! This delicious flavored water has the essence of that red berry, making it incredibly refreshing!

Make a big pitcher to sip on for days, or it’s perfect for summer entertaining. If you like, you can add a splash of sparkling water and drink it as a low-calorie alternative to soda. My 4-year-old couldn’t get enough of it (neither could I).

Ingredients you’ll need

Ready to get started? You’ll need just 3 ingredients for strawberry water, besides good old H20. Here’s what you’ll need to have on hand:

• 1 pound fresh strawberries (you could also use frozen berries, thawed out)
• Lime
• Sugar

The best method: agua fresca, not infused!

Here’s the thing: strawberry water does not work as an infused water. The concept for this strawberry water is more like an agua fresca. Here’s why:

• An infused water lets fruit sit in water for 1 or more hours. Let sliced strawberries sit in water for over 1 hour, and they start to disintegrate. This looks unappealing and doesn’t add much flavor. (Trust me, I tried it!)
• An agua fresca blends water with fruit. This works much better with berries — creating a bright colored, berry-flavored drink. The typical agua fresca is sweetened quite a bit, so I cut back on the sugar, leaving it with a more naturally sweet taste.

How to make strawberry water: basic steps

Here’s how you make this delicious strawberry water! Blend the berries first before adding cold water. This results in a beautifully bright pink water that’s just barely sweetened. Here are the basic steps (or jump to the recipe below):

• Blend the strawberries with 1 cup water, lime juice, and sugar. Adjust the lime and sugar to taste — the sweetener is minimal, but it helps balance the tartness!
• Add the remaining cold water. You can drink immediately, or store for up to 3 days!

Alternative sweeteners

This strawberry water is best with a bit of sweetness; otherwise, it tastes tart and flat. Sugar is to fruit as salt is to vegetables: it brings out the essence of the flavors! If you prefer not to use sugar, use an equal amount of one of the following:

• Maple syrup
• Honey
• Agave nectar
• Coconut sugar

Mix it up with a splash of sparkling water

Strawberry water is fantastic on its own! If you store it in the fridge for a few days, you’ll notice it mellows out a bit over time. I made a big pitcher and then used it as a fun drink replacement for soda.

For a fizzy twist, top it with a little sparkling water. It’s almost like a mocktail! If you prefer something sweeter, try my homemade strawberry soda — but honestly, I like the lighter water version the best.

More fun, strawberry drinks

Strawberry drinks are king in the summer! Here are a few more tasty beverages made with strawberries:

• Try a glass of Strawberry Lemonade
• Go for a Strawberry Vodka Cocktail or Strawberry Basil G&T
• Grab a bubbly Strawberry Soda
• Try a Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri

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Strawberry Lemonade

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Strawberry Vodka Cocktail

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Strawberry Soda

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How to Make a Virgin Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktail

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