Prepare the fruit: Wash and hull 300 grams fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced. Cut 400 grams watermelon, cubed (seeds removed) into chunks, removing all seeds. Place both fruits into a clean glass jar or bowl. Let them sit for 10 minutes so the natural juices start to release.2
Blend the fruit: Add the strawberries and watermelon to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy pink.3
Make the simple syrup: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 500 milliliters water and 3 tablespoons sugar or honey. Stir until sugar fully dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool completely.4
Strain the juice: Pour the blended fruit through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl or jug. Press gently with a spoon to extract all the juice. Discard the pulp or save it for smoothies.5
Combine and balance: Mix the strained fruit juice with the cooled syrup. Add 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and 1 pinch pinch of salt. Stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness or lemon to your liking. Add 6 fresh mint leaves (optional) if using.6
Chill and bottle: Pour into clean glass bottles or a jug. Refrigerate for at least 60 minutes60:00
before serving for the best flavor.7
Serve: Pour into tall glasses over ice. Garnish with a fresh strawberry or mint sprig. Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days.
NOTES
Real health benefits (science-backed):
- 🍓 Strawberries are rich in vitamin C, folate, and antioxidants that support heart health and reduce inflammation.
- 🍉 Watermelon contains lycopene, citrulline, and high water content — great for hydration and blood pressure.
- 🍋 Lemon juice adds vitamin C and aids digestion.
Tips:
- For a creamier version, add 100ml of coconut milk or light cream before bottling.
- To make it sugar-free, skip the syrup and rely on the fruit’s natural sweetness.
- Great as a gift — tie a ribbon around the bottle just like in the photo!
There’s your full recipe! 🍓🍉
It’s a genuinely beautiful and healthy drink — the real benefits of strawberries and watermelon are impressive enough without any false claims. You can scale the servings up or down using the controls in the recipe card, and each step has a built-in timer.