Summer in a glass is possible with this Strawberry Mint Lemonade! Fresh pureed strawberries are muddled with mint, then mixed with freshly squeezed lemonade – you can even turn this into a refreshing poolside cocktail by adding your favorite liquor!
Is it still spring or is it summer now? I feel like my entire being is totally off-kilter after last weekend’s trip to Utah. It took days to get used to mountain time, and when I finally did I was back in Florida.
Then there was the crazy weather – the first day was in the 80s, and the rest of the weekend plunged into the 50s and 60s. It was nice to feel a little bit of cool weather again before our brutal Florida summer starts, but coming back to humid tropical weather was quite a reality check.
Luckily, there is no better place to enjoy a frosty glass of fresh strawberry lemonade than my home state!
With the sun shining bright and temperatures rising, it’s the perfect time to share one of my all-time favorite summer drinks: Strawberry Mint Lemonade. This delightful concoction is bursting with the flavors of juicy strawberries, zesty lemons, and refreshing mint leaves.
This page includes step by step instructions, as well as tips and notes. If you’d like to skip all that, feel free to scroll down to the full, printable recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Summer = pitchers of strawberry mint lemonade
There’s something undeniably magical about the combination of strawberries and lemonade. Throw mint into the mix, and the refreshment factor is dialed up to eleven.
The tartness of lemons mingles beautifully with the natural sweetness of strawberries, creating an irresistibly harmonious balance. With fresh mint leaves in the mix, you’ve got yourself a drink that’s not only incredibly refreshing but also incredibly Instagram-worthy!
I don’t know about you, but one of my absolute favorite parts of summer is fresh lemonade – bonus points for strawberry lemonade! Sitting around the pool with friends and family, savoring sweet-tart liquid sunshine…I can’t think of a better afternoon!
For added refreshment, I subbed regular sugar for a mint-infused simple syrup, taking this lemonade recipe to mojito status! Minus the liquor, of course.
Ingredients
This strawberry mint lemonade only needs five ingredients and a bit of time to come together!
- Water
- Granulated sugar
- Lemons – some juiced and some sliced
- Fresh strawberries
- Fresh mint leaves
For exact ingredient measurements and recipe instructions, scroll down to the recipe card at the bottom of the post!
How to make strawberry mint lemonade
- Combine the sugar, 1 cup of water, and mint leaves in a medium saucepan. Bring to a low boil, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute.
- Remove from the heat and allow to steep for 30 minutes.
- Pour the cooled simple syrup through a strainer into a mason jar or bottle. Discard the mint (or save for garnishing.)
- In a blender, combine 1/4 cup of lemon juice with the fresh strawberries. Blend well, then pour the liquid into a pitcher though a strainer to remove the berry seeds (if desired – if you like texture, leave it all in!)
- Add the remaining lemon juice and 2-3 cups of water to the pitcher and stir well. Add the minted simple syrup to taste, stir, then chill.
- Serve over ice, and garnish with lemon slices, sliced strawberries, and sprigs of mint.
This recipe makes enough lemonade for about 4 glasses – perfect for an afternoon with your sweetie! If you’ve got a baby shower, birthday party, or family BBQ on the horizon, you can easily double or triple it!
FAQ
Can I substitute the granulated sugar with a sweetener of my choice?
Of course! Feel free to experiment with alternative sweeteners like honey, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute. Adjust the quantity based on your taste preferences.
How long can I store the lemonade?
For the best flavor, consume the strawberry mint lemonade within 2-3 days. Longer than that and the lemon rinds tend to sour the whole thing! Keep it refrigerated and give it a stir before serving if it separates.
Can I turn this into a cocktail?
Absolutely! For a boozy twist, add a splash of vodka, rum, or tequila to your glass. If you’re more of a wine lover, replace the water with Prosecco or Moscato di Asti for a sparkling, fruity sangria.
Tips for the perfect glass of homemade strawberry lemonade
- Easy-squeeze lemons. To help coax the juice from the lemons, pop them in the microwave for 15 seconds. You can also roughly roll them on a cutting board before cutting them in half to pre-release the juice.
- Make-ahead pitchers. This strawberry lemonade can be made a day in advance! The extra chilling time gives the flavors even more time to meld, making it extra tasty.
- Flavor substitutes. If you’re not a mint lover, use plain simple syrup. You can also make your simple syrup with fresh rosemary or thyme instead if you want to highlight your herb garden!
- Limeade! If you’re fresh out of lemons, limes are just as delicious in this recipe! Simply swap out the lemon juice for lime juice – you may need to adjust the sugar used, as limes can be even more tart.
- Lemonade loves fruit. No strawberries? Any berry will be just fine in this lemonade recipe – as will fresh peaches, cherries, or even watermelon.
- Serve it up. Lots of ice keeps this lemonade cool, and each glass looks so pretty garnished with fresh mint, sliced lemons and strawberries. Don’t forget the handled Mason jars
& cute paper straws!
& 
Still thirsty? Try these other tasty summer drinks!
If you love this recipe, please consider leaving a 5 STAR RATING! If you really love it, leave us a comment and let us know – we appreciate all forms of feedback!
LET’S CONNECT!
Join in on the fun in our Facebook group! Feel free to share YOUR favorite recipes, ask questions, help out your fellow home cooks, and see what’s new with The Crumby Kitchen (so that you never miss a new recipe)! If you’d like to check it out, you can request to join HERE.
ORDER OUR #1 BEST SELLER COOKBOOK!
Also, don’t forget to follow us on Instagram and tag #crumbykitchen so we can see all the wonderful recipes YOU recreate from this site!
You can also enjoy exclusive content before anyone else by subscribing to our weekly newsletter – and you’ll never miss a delicious recipe again!
Strawberry Mint Lemonade
Ingredients
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3-4 cups water divided
- 1 cup mint leaves fresh
- 1 cup lemon juice divided (from about 5 lemons)
- 1 ½ cups strawberries fresh
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Mint leaves for garnish
- Fresh strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Combine the sugar, 1 cup of water, and mint leaves in a medium saucepan. Bring to a low boil, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved, then reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute.
- Remove from the heat and allow to steep for 30 minutes.
- Pour the cooled simple syrup through a strainer into a mason jar or bottle. Discard the mint (or save for garnishing.)
- In a blender, combine 1/4 cup of lemon juice with the fresh strawberries. Blend well, then pour the liquid into a pitcher though a strainer to remove the berry seeds (if desired – if you like texture, leave it all in!)
- Add the remaining lemon juice and 2-3 cups of water to the pitcher and stir well. Add the minted simple syrup to taste (I used the whole batch!), stir, then chill for at least 3 hours, up to overnight for best flavor.
- Serve over ice, and garnish with lemon slices, sliced strawberries, and sprigs of mint.
