This This 3-ingredient homemade Strawberry Simple Syrup is great for Strawberry Lemonade and homemade summer cocktails and/or mocktails!

RECIPE IS BELOW IN PRINTABLE RECIPE CARD BUT BLOG POST IS FULL OF “HOW TO MAKE IT”, TIPS, INFORMATION AND FAQ
Have you ever made simple syrup at home?
When I was a bartender, we used it to sweeten cocktails but now I mostly use strawberry simple syrup to make strawberry popsicles and strawberry lemonade at home. You could also pour some into this recipe for Lemonade Fruit Popsicles!
Strawberry season is here so make sure to go grab some for this amazing syrup!
I’m just picturing myself out by the pool with a frosty strawberry lemonade in hand or maybe even a strawberry margarita!
Why You Should Make Strawberry Simple Syrup…
- great for making homemade strawberry lemonade
- perfect for strawberry cocktails
- makes great strawberry mocktails
QUICK GLANCE AT INGREDIENTS FOR Strawberry Simple Syrup:
- Strawberries
- Sugar
- Water
(AMOUNTS IN RECIPE CARD BELOW)
How to make Strawberry Simple Syrup:
Time needed: 20 minutes.
- Blend the strawberries.
Blend strawberries or mash them until smooth.
- Combine in sauce pan.
In a small sauce pan, combine the water, sugar and mashed strawberries.
- Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer.
Bring mixture to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
- Simmer
Simmer on low for about 15 minutes.
- Let it cool.
Remove from heat and let cool.

Frequently Asked Questions
You can store this strawberry simple syrup in the fridge for about a month in an air tight container/jar.
Simple syrup is ready when everything is heated and the sugar has dissolved completely.
You can use this to make strawberry lemonade, strawberry sweet tea popsicles and strawberry margaritas.
Combine, three ounces of tequila, an ounce of simple syrup, an ounce of lime juice in tumbler. Salt the rim of a glass, add ice, pour in margarita, and add a lime wedge and strawberry for garish.
More Strawberry Recipes
- Strawberry and Cream Macarons
- Homemade Strawberry Sauce
- Shortcut Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls
- Fresh Strawberry Pie Cookie Cups
Strawberry Simple Syrup

Strawberry Simple Syrup
This homemade Strawberry Simple Syrup is great for Strawberry Lemonade and homemade summer cocktails and/or mocktails!
Ingredients
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Blend strawberries or mash them until smooth.
- In a small sauce pan, combine the water, sugar and mashed strawberries.
- Bring mixture to a boil and then reduce to a simmer.
- Simmer on low for about 15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
Notes
You can strain the strawberries out from the simple syrup or leave them in. I normally leave them in.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 55Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 1mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 0gSugar: 14gProtein: 0g
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