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Hwachae

A refreshing and fruity Korean fruit punch perfect for warm weather gatherings that’s quick and simple to prepare.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Drink
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup strawberries, sliced Fresh strawberries for sweetness
  • 2 cups water Base for the punch
  • 2 tablespoons honey or sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • to taste sparkling water To serve and add fizziness
  • as needed ice cubes To serve chilled

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a pitcher, combine sliced strawberries, water, honey or sugar, and lemon juice.
  2. Stir until the honey or sugar is dissolved.
  3. Let the mixture chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Serving
  1. Serve in glasses filled with ice, and top with sparkling water.
  2. Garnish with additional strawberries or mint if desired.

Notes

For a fun variation, you can mix in other fruits like citrus or melon. To make it vegan, substitute honey with agave syrup. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days, but add sparkling water right before serving to avoid dilution.