Description
Hwachae is a refreshing Korean fruit punch that combines fresh and canned fruits with strawberry milk and a fizzy carbonated beverage to create a sweet, cooling drink perfect for warm weather or festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 4 cups chopped fresh watermelon
- 1 1/2 cups fresh fruit (berries, melon, etc.)
- 1 can (14 ounces) fruit cocktail, drained
Liquids and Others
- 14 ounces strawberry milk
- 12 ounces carbonated beverage (Sprite, 7Up, etc.)
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Combine Fruits: Place the chopped watermelon, additional fresh fruit, and the drained fruit cocktail in a large bowl. Stir well to mix all the different fruits evenly.
- Add Liquids and Ice: Pour the strawberry milk over the combined fruits and add the ice cubes. Stir all together gently to incorporate the ingredients without bruising the fruit.
- Finish with Carbonation: Pour in the carbonated drink carefully and stir gently once more to blend without losing the fizz.
- Serve: Serve the hwachae immediately to enjoy the refreshing chilled flavors and the effervescence of the beverage.
Notes
- Use a variety of fresh fruits for a colorful, flavorful punch such as berries, melon, or grapes.
- Adjust sweetness by choosing a carbonated beverage with more or less sugar according to taste.
- Serve immediately to maintain the fizz and freshness of the fruits.
- Can be made with lactose-free milk alternatives if lactose intolerance is a concern.
- Keep ice cubes handy to ensure the punch remains cool during serving.
