Description
A refreshing and fruity homemade soda recipe, this Strawberry Sprite is perfect for a summer day. Made with fresh strawberries, lime juice, and cold Sprite, this drink is bursting with flavor and is easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup cold Sprite (or lemon-lime soda)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
For the Strawberry Base:
Additional Ingredients:
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberry Base: In a small bowl, mash the sliced strawberries with the sugar and lime juice until well combined and juicy.
- Let the Flavors Blend: Allow the mixture to sit for 5–10 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Assemble the Drink: Fill a glass with ice cubes and spoon the strawberry mixture over the ice. Pour cold Sprite over the strawberry base and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, strain the strawberry mixture to remove seeds.
- To make a mocktail, add a splash of club soda for extra fizz.
- For a slushie-style drink, blend all ingredients together.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
