EP. 26 · The Expansion Era · Summer
The Strawberry Citrus Glow
Bright, juicy, sparkling
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The Strawberry Citrus Glow
Flavor Profile
A bright, juicy strawberry-lemonade mocktail with a sparkling finish. Sweet strawberry, citrus lemonade brightness, light sparkling finish, refreshing slightly tart, super drinkable.
Ingredients
  • 1 oz strawberry syrup; 4 to 6 oz lemonade (such as Tropicana); 2 to 4 oz strawberry margarita sparkling water; ice; garnish: fresh strawberries, lemon slice, or fresh mint
How to Make It
1
Fill a highball glass generously with ice. Pour the strawberry syrup over the ice. Slowly add the lemonade. Top with strawberry margarita sparkling water. Pause to enjoy the ombré, then give the drink one gentle stir. Finish with fresh strawberries, a lemon slice, or a sprig of mint.
Ritual Moment
Sip this when you want something refreshing but still a little special. Late afternoon kitchen light hitting just right, favorite person nearby, or honestly, just you enjoying your own company.
This tastes like summer showed up early. Light, crisp, and easy to keep sipping. Perfect balance of sweet and tart. That effortless "I just threw this together" luxury.