Spooky Strawberry Lemonade Mocktail Recipe
This vibrant and refreshing strawberry lemonade mocktail brings a sweet-tart punch to your Halloween party or any fun gathering. Made with fresh fruit, citrus, and a splash of fizz, it’s a non-alcoholic drink everyone can enjoy—and it looks just as festive as it tastes.
Equipment
- Blender
- Pitcher
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cutting board and knife
- Citrus juicer
- Stirring spoon
- Ice cube tray
- Glasses (clear preferred)
- Optional: strainer (for smoother texture), decorative picks
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled; frozen okay
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 4–6 lemons
- 1/2 cup simple syrup adjust to taste
- 1/2 cup lime juice about 3–4 limes
- 2 cups cold water or sparkling water
- 1/4 cup strawberry syrup optional, for extra color/flavor
- Ice cubes enough for serving
- Sliced lemons and limes for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Extra whole or sliced strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and hull your strawberries.
- Juice the lemons and limes, and slice a few extra for garnish.
- Blend strawberries with a splash of water until smooth.
- (Optional) Strain the puree for a smoother drink.
- In a large pitcher, combine lemon juice, lime juice, strawberry puree, and simple syrup.
- Add cold water or sparkling water and stir well.
- Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more syrup, if needed.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the mocktail over.
- Garnish with lemon slices, strawberries, and mint.
- Serve immediately for best fizz and flavor.