Strawberry Lemonade Spritzer

There’s just something about a cold glass of strawberry lemonade that instantly takes me back to being a kid—specifically sitting in a booth at Red Robin, ordering my favorite drink like it was the most special treat in the world. That sweet-tart combo of fresh strawberries and lemon has always been the ultimate summer flavor to me. So naturally, creating a homemade strawberry lemonade spritzer felt like bringing a little bit of that nostalgia into a more elevated, grown-up version I can enjoy (and serve!) all season long.

This homemade Strawberry Lemonade Spritzer is everything you want in a refreshing summer drink: bright, fruity, perfectly balanced, and made with real, simple ingredients. No artificial syrups, no neon-colored mixes—just fresh strawberries, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a touch of natural sweetness. It’s the kind of drink that tastes as good as it looks, and trust me, it’s a showstopper when you’re hosting.

What really sets this recipe apart is the bubbly twist. Instead of using still water, we’re adding sparkling water to create a light, effervescent strawberry lemonade that feels a little extra special. It transforms a classic into something that feels perfect for summer entertaining—whether you’re hosting a brunch, a backyard BBQ, or just want a refreshing afternoon drink on the patio.

If you’re looking for an easy homemade summer drink that’s fresh, beautiful, and crowd-pleasing, this strawberry lemonade spritzer is it. It’s naturally sweet, perfectly fizzy, and packed with real strawberry flavor—basically sunshine in a glass. Once you try it this way, you may never go back to the store-bought version again. Enjoy!

Strawberry Lemonade Spritzer

A bubbly twist on this refreshing summer classic, this Strawberry Lemonade Spritzer will disappear so fast you'll have to make another batch!

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Prep Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 6

Equipment

• Blender
• Lemon Juicer
• Fine Mesh Sieve
• Rubber Spatula

Ingredients

  

Simple Syrup

• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water

Strawberry Puree

• 2 cups strawberries, tops removed
• 1/4 cup water

Other Ingredients

• juice of 4 lemons
• 2 cups water or sparkling water to make it fizzy
• 2 cups ice
• 5 mint leaves (optional)

Instructions

 

Make the Simple Syrup

• Combine sugar and water in a sauce pan over medium heat and heat until just boiling and sugar is completey dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.

Make the Strawberry Puree

• Blend the strawberries and water in a high speed blender until smooth.
• Strain through a fine mesh strainer into your pitcher to remove seeds.

Assemble

• Squeeze 4 lemons into the pitcher with the puree, add the cooled simple syrup and stir.
• Add 2 cups of water or 2 cups sparkling water for bubbly lemonade and stir.
• Place chopped strawberries in the bottom of your glasses and a few mint leaves and ice cubes. Pour lemonade spritz over the ice and enjoy!

Notes

1. Level up your glass by placing thinly sliced lemons on the side of your glass before pouring, a strawberry on the side or fresh mint leaves on top!

Keyword lemonade, mocktails, strawberry lemonade, summer drinks