Refreshing Strawberry Dirty Sprite Cocktail
A vibrant and refreshing cocktail combining fizzy Sprite, fresh strawberries, and your favorite liquor for a perfect summer drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, and sliced
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes, crushed or whole
- 2 ounces (60 ml) your favorite liquor (vodka, rum, or tequila)
- Sprite, to top
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Wash, hull, and slice the strawberries into small pieces (about 1 cup).
- Blend the strawberries until smooth, or pulse for a chunkier texture.
- Pour the strawberry puree into a cocktail shaker or mason jar with a lid.
- Add 2 tablespoons of lime juice and 1 tablespoon of simple syrup (or sugar, stirred until dissolved).
- Fill the shaker or jar with ice and add 2 ounces (60 ml) of your favorite liquor (if using).
- Shake well for about 15 seconds until thoroughly mixed and chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice. Use a fine mesh strainer for a pulp-free drink, or pour directly for a rustic feel.
- Top with Sprite, filling the glass to the brim, and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with a fresh mint leaf and a slice of strawberry.
Notes
[‘Use ripe, juicy strawberries for the best flavor.’, ‘Chill your Sprite beforehand for maximum refreshment.’, ‘Adjust sweetness based on the natural sweetness of your strawberries.’, ‘Experiment with flavored vodkas or infused rums for a twist.’, ‘If you don’t have a muddler, use the back of a wooden spoon to crush strawberries and mint.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 35
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
Keywords: Strawberry cocktail, Dirty Sprite, Summer drink, Refreshing cocktail, Easy cocktail recipe