This Strawberry Water Starbucks-style drink is just strawberries, lime, a little sugar, and cold water blended together. It’s super easy, kinda pretty, and way cheaper than buying one every time you’re out.
Jump to RecipeQuick Summary
- Prep time: 5 mins
- Cook time: 0 mins
- Flavor: fruity, light, slightly tangy
- Great for: hydration, hot days, budget sips
Why I Like This Recipe
Honestly? I just didn’t feel like plain water but also didn’t want a full juice or soda moment. Found some strawberries and just… blended them with lime and sugar. It’s like water but better. You can make a whole pitcher and stash it in the fridge — it’s nice to have when you’re sick of your water bottle judging you.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh strawberries
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1–2 tbsp sugar (or honey/maple/agave) — taste as you go
- 7 cups cold water (split: 1 cup for blending, 6 for mixing)
- Sparkling water, for serving (optional but fun)
How To Make Strawberry Water
- Blend it up: Throw strawberries, lime juice, sugar, and 1 cup water into the blender. Blend until smooth. No chunks.
- Mix it out: Pour that mix into a big pitcher. Add the other 6 cups of water. Stir. Taste. Adjust lime or sweetener if needed.
- Serve it cold: Drink it as is, or top with sparkling water if you’re feeling bubbly. Ice is cool too.
Tips for Success
- Use ripe strawberries — sweet ones = less sugar needed.
- Chill your water beforehand so it’s instantly refreshing.
- Blend longer than you think. You don’t want strawberry bits floating around.
- Don’t skip the lime. It balances the sweet.
- Sparkling water on top makes it feel fancy.
Storage
- Fridge: Lasts 2–3 days in a sealed pitcher. Stir before pouring — it settles.
- Freezer (prep option): Freeze blended strawberry base in ice cube trays. Drop into water later. Lazy genius hack.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yeah, just thaw them first or your blender might protest. - How sweet is it?
Depends on your strawberries. Start light on sugar, taste, then add more. - Can I skip the sweetener?
Sure. Just know it’ll taste more like strawberry-lime infused water than juice. - What kind of lime juice?
Fresh is best, but bottled works in a pinch. - Does it need to sit before drinking?
Nope. But the flavor mellows and blends better after a few hours chilled.
Common Mistakes and How to Dodge Them
- Too chunky:
Blend that thing till it’s smooth-smooth. Not “kinda done” — go all the way. - Too sweet or too flat:
Always taste before you serve. Add lime or water to balance it out. - Using unripe strawberries:
They’re sour and not great here. Use the red, juicy ones. - Letting it sit too long without stirring:
The pulp settles. Just give it a stir before each pour. - Overloading with sparkling water:
Add it per glass, not the whole pitcher — or it goes flat fast.
Nutrition Facts (Serving)
- Calories: ~25 kcal
- Total Fat: 0g
- Carbs: ~6g
- Sugars: ~5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Protein: 0.5g
Strawberry Water Recipe
Course: DrinksCuisine: BlendedDifficulty: EasyServings
8
servingsPrep time
5
minutesCooking timeminutes
Calories
25
kcalA quick blended strawberry water with lime — light, fresh, and a little fancy if you add bubbles.
Ingredients
1 lb strawberries
1 tbsp lime juice
1–2 tbsp sugar
7 cups cold water
Optional: sparkling water for serving
Directions
- Blend strawberries, lime juice, sugar, and 1 cup water until smooth.
- Pour into pitcher. Add 6 cups cold water. Stir.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or lime.
- Chill or serve immediately.
- Top with sparkling water per glass if using.
Notes
- Don’t skip lime — makes it bright.
- Use ripe berries for best flavor.
- Add ice or mint for a little extra.
- Stir before pouring — pulp settles.
