As the summer heat sets in, finding the perfect drink to cool off becomes essential. Combining the sweet, juicy flavor of strawberries with a sparkling fizz, this drink not only tantalizes the taste buds but also provides a delightful visual appeal.
The concept of fruit-flavored fizzy drinks has been around for centuries, tracing back to the invention of soda water in the late 18th century.
The combination of fresh strawberries and carbonated water offered a delightful twist on traditional soda, paving the way for this bubbly beverage to become a summer favorite.
Strawberry Fizz is flavorful, versatile, pretty to look at and comes with a few health benefits too!
Strawberries are rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, making this drink healthy for any time of the year.
Ingredients you need for strawberry fizz
Strawberries - Get good quality fresh strawberries. You can make this with frozen strawberries too, or a mix of both frozen and fresh.
Lemon slices - I will only recommend fresh lemons and not the juice from a bottle. The refreshing flavor of fresh lemon and the juice helps to keep your body hydrated, and you cannot compare that flavor with store bought bottle lemon juice.
Fresh Mint Leaves - Fresh mint leaves will add to the flavor and aroma. You can skip if you don't like the flavor of mint leaves. You can also add fresh thyme leaves, as that too goes very well with fresh strawberries and lemon.
Honey/Sugar - Depending on the sweetness of the strawberry and also based on your taste bud, you have to adjust the amount of sweetener you want to add. I liked to add honey as it not only adds taste but also flavor.
Soda - Now for the fizz part, you can use your choice of soda. Either use plain soda or any flavored unsweetened soda.
Strawberry Fizz is more than just a drink; it's a celebration of summer in a glass. Its vibrant color, refreshing taste, and easy preparation make it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Steps to prepare strawberry fizz
The steps are very simple, and you can the quantity as per your liking. You can use frozen strawberries too, but the fresh ones do add taste and texture.
1- In a pitcher add the roughly chopped strawberries.
2- Thinly slice the lemon and add it to the pitcher.
3- Gently muddle the strawberries and the lemon together.
4- Pour honey and drop few fresh mint leaves and muddle once again.
5- Add water and lots of ice cubes. Stir it around to mix.
6- While serving, top it with your choice of soda. Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves. Serve cold
Whether you're lounging by the pool, hosting a barbecue, or simply looking for a delicious way to cool down, Strawberry Fizz is sure to become your go-to beverage this season.
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FAQs
Yes, you can use frozen strawberries. Thaw them before making the drink to achieve a smoother consistency.
YES! You can substitute sugar or honey with a sugar-free sweetener. Alternatively, if the strawberries are sweet enough, you might not need any additional sweetener.
You can prepare the drink without the soda in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, simply add ice and top it with sparkling water.
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Strawberry Fizz
Ingredients
- 10 Strawberries
- 1 Lemon
- 6 Mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- Club soda or your choice of fizz
- Ice Cubes & Water
Instructions
- In a pitcher, add the rough chop strawberries.
- To that add the sliced lemon. Muddle it gently to release the juice but also retain the texture.
- Add honey and muddle once again.
- Add the mind leaves and one last time muddle to release the aroma of the mint leaves.
- Add ice cubes and pour water. Give a stir.
- If you are serving right away, top it with your choice of soda. If you are not serving, right away, then store in the fridge and just before serving, top it with soda.
