- Can I use frozen strawberries?
- Yes, absolutely! If you use frozen strawberries, you need less ice, and the drink will be even creamier, with a 'slushy' texture.
Iced strawberry cider cocktail
This cocktail is the essence of summer in a glass. The sweetness of strawberry and the tart effervescence of cider create a perfect pair. Not just a simple fruity beer, but a long drink built from fresh ingredients, where mint leaves and lemon provide a refreshing finish.
Ingredients
150
g
Fresh, ripe strawberries
20
g
Honey or sugar syrup
20
ml
Freshly squeezed lemon juice
100
ml
Apple cider (for blending)
400
ml
Apple cider (for topping up)
8
pieces
Ice cubes
4
leaves
Fresh mint
2
pieces
Strawberry (for garnish)
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Equipment Needed
- Blender or hand blender
- Large glasses
- Bar spoon
Allergen Information
Sulphur dioxide/Sulphites
Instructions
1
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Hull and wash the strawberries, then place in the blender. Add the honey, lemon juice, and 100 ml cider.
Tip: A little liquid is needed for the machine to process the fruit well, but do not over-foam it.
2
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Blend the base until completely smooth.
Tip: If the strawberry seeds bother you, you can pass it through a sieve at this point.
3
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Fill glasses with ice.
Tip: The ice cools the strawberry puree, which was made from room temperature fruit.
4
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Pour the strawberry puree over the ice (filling approx. half/third of the glass).
Tip: The thicker puree stays at the bottom, providing a good base for layering.
5
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Slowly and carefully top up with the remaining cold cider.
Tip: If you tilt the glass or pour over the back of a spoon, the cider mixes less with the puree, creating a beautiful colour gradient (ombré).
6
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Garnish with mint and a strawberry.
Tip: Clap the mint slightly with your hand before adding to release its scent.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 150 g Fresh, ripe strawberries
- 20 g Honey or sugar syrup
- 20 ml Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 100 ml Apple cider (for blending)
- 400 ml Apple cider (for topping up)
- 8 pieces Ice cubes
- 4 leaves Fresh mint
- 2 pieces Strawberry (for garnish)