Description
The Strawberry Dirty Sprite is a refreshing and sweet summer beverage that combines fresh strawberries with sparkling lemon-lime soda to create a vibrant, bubbly drink. Perfectly balancing natural sweetness and citrus tang, this easy-to-make recipe is customizable and sure to please at any casual gathering or relaxing afternoon.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4–5 medium fresh strawberries, sliced
- 8 ounces lemon-lime soda, chilled
- Ice cubes, as needed
- 1 teaspoon simple syrup or sugar (optional, to taste)
- Fresh lemon or lime juice from a small wedge
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash the fresh strawberries thoroughly. Slice 4-5 medium strawberries into halves or quarters to release more juice. For a smoother texture, you may puree briefly if preferred.
- Muddle or Blend: If you want texture, muddle the sliced strawberries gently in your serving glass. For a smoother infusion, blend the strawberries until liquid but not necessarily completely smooth.
- Mix the Drink: Add ice cubes to your glass, then pour in 8 ounces of chilled lemon-lime soda. Stir in simple syrup or sugar if you prefer extra sweetness, usually about a teaspoon.
- Add Citrus: Squeeze a small wedge of fresh lemon or lime juice over the drink to add brightness and balance the sweetness.
- Stir and Serve: Gently stir the drink to evenly distribute the strawberry, citrus, and soda flavors. Garnish with a fresh strawberry or lime wedge if desired, and serve immediately while cold and bubbly.
Notes
- Use ripe strawberries for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Chill your lemon-lime soda before mixing to keep the drink refreshingly cold.
- Adjust sweetness gradually; it’s easier to add than remove.
- Experiment with different ice types, such as crushed or large cubes, for desired texture and melt rate.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the full effervescence and freshest taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approximately 12 oz)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg