Strawberry Lemonade Concentrate Bottled
Capture the vibrant taste of summer with this Strawberry Lemonade Concentrate Bottled recipe—a perfect homemade solution for refreshing drinks any time of the year! Made with ripe, juicy strawberries, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, and a touch of sweet, simple syrup, this easy-to-prepare concentrate packs bold, fruity flavor into every bottle. With just 20 minutes of prep and straightforward sterilizing techniques, you’ll have shelf-ready jars that can be refrigerated for up to two weeks or frozen for longer use. Simply mix the concentrate with water or sparkling water for an instant dose of tangy-sweet sunshine in a glass. Ideal for cookouts, picnics, or a quick treat, this DIY strawberry lemonade concentrate will become your go-to make-ahead beverage base!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Strawberries
- 2 cups Lemon juice
- 3 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Wash the strawberries thoroughly and hull them (remove the green tops).
In a food processor or blender, puree the strawberries until smooth. If you'd like a smoother concentrate, pass the strawberry puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
In a large saucepan, combine the water and granulated sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture turns into a simple syrup.
Add the strawberry puree and fresh lemon juice to the saucepan. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for 5-7 minutes. This step helps meld the flavors together.
Remove the mixture from heat and let it cool slightly.
Sterilize glass bottles or jars by washing them in hot, soapy water, rinsing thoroughly, and allowing them to dry completely. Alternatively, run them through a dishwasher on a sanitizing cycle.
Carefully pour the strawberry lemonade concentrate into the prepared bottles or jars, leaving about 1/2 inch of space at the top. Seal the containers tightly.
Allow the bottles to cool to room temperature before refrigerating. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
To serve, mix 1 part concentrate with 2 parts water or sparkling water, adjusting the ratio to taste. Serve over ice and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
316 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.9 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1028 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
