The Sunrise in a Glass I Make Every Morning
I made this strawberry orange drink for the first time on a sunny morning with ripe strawberries and fresh oranges on my counter. One blend later, I had a gorgeous warm pink orange sunrise drink staring back at me. This has been my favorite morning strawberry refresher ever since.
Sweet, Citrusy, and Impossible to Put Down
This is one of those strawberry recipes easy enough to make before your first coffee of the day. It is naturally sweet, warmly citrusy, and so vibrantly colored it looks stunning before you even take your first sip. Among all refresher drinks, this sunny strawberry drink is the one that feels like a warm hug and a burst of energy all at once.
What You Need
- 2 cups fresh ripe strawberries hulled and halved
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 cup ice
- Fresh strawberry slices and orange rounds for garnish
Let’s Make It
- Add strawberries, honey, and orange zest into the blender.
- Blend on high for 30 seconds until completely smooth.
- Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove seeds.
- Add fresh orange juice and cold water to the pitcher.
- Stir everything together well until fully combined.
- Taste and adjust sweetness with more honey or sugar if needed.
- Pour over ice into tall glasses and garnish with strawberry slices and orange rounds.
- Serve immediately and enjoy every warm and sunny sip.
Fun Ways to Switch It Up
- Swap still water for sparkling water for a fizzy and festive strawberry refresher version
- Add a splash of fresh lemon juice for an extra bright and tangy citrus layer
- Blend with two cups of ice for a gorgeous thick frosty slushie style version
- Add fresh ginger before blending for a warming and zingy twist on the classic
- Make a large batch in a glass dispenser for the most stunning strawberry drinks party display
- Add fresh mint leaves to the pitcher for a cool and refreshing herby contrast
- Freeze into ice cube trays for beautiful strawberry orange flavored ice that never waters down your drink
Pro Tips
- Always use freshly squeezed orange juice instead of store bought for the brightest and most natural citrus flavor possible
- Use the ripest and most fragrant strawberries you can find because quality fruit is everything in strawberry recipes easy enough for any day
- Straining the blended strawberry puree gives you the smoothest and most beautifully clear pink orange drink without any seeds
- Dissolve your sweetener in a small amount of warm water first to make a simple syrup for the most evenly sweetened drink every time
- Chill your pitcher in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for the coldest and most refreshing refresher drinks experience
- Always taste and adjust the balance between sweet and citrus before serving since every orange and every strawberry has its own natural sweetness level
Strawberry Orange Drink
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
This Strawberry Orange Drink blends juicy strawberries with fresh orange juice for a sweet, sunny drink. It tastes smooth, fruity, and refreshing from the first sip to the last.
Ingredients
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
1 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 cup sugar
2 cups cold water
1 cup ice
Strawberry slices and orange wheels for garnish
Instructions
1. Blend the strawberries until smooth
2. Combine orange juice, sugar, and cold water in a pitcher
3. Stir in the strawberry puree
4. Add ice, garnish, and serve chilled
Notes
Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor
Strain the strawberries if you want a smoother texture
Chill all ingredients before mixing
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
FAQs
How long does this strawberry orange drink stay fresh?
Your homemade strawberry orange drink stays fresh for up to 3 days refrigerated in a sealed pitcher while keeping its color and flavor intact. Stir before each serving since fruit pulp settles at the bottom.
Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh?
Yes, frozen strawberries work perfectly when fresh ones are out of season. Thaw slightly before blending for smoothest results, or blend frozen with extra ice for a thick, frosty refresher version.
Can I use store-bought orange juice instead of fresh?
Store-bought orange juice works in a pinch, but fresh-squeezed juice makes a noticeable difference in flavor and color. Fresh juice gives brighter, more natural citrus flavor that makes this one of the most rewarding refresher drinks to make at home.
How do I make this into a large party drink?
Triple or quadruple the recipe, pour into a large glass dispenser or punch bowl, and add 2 bottles of sparkling water for fizz. Float fresh strawberry slices and thin orange rounds on top for a stunning party centerpiece.
Can I make this drink without any added sugar?
Yes, the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries combined with fresh orange juice creates balanced sweetness even without added sweetener. If your strawberries are very ripe and oranges are sweet, you may not need any extra sugar at all.
Sunshine Tastes Exactly Like This
This strawberry orange drink is pure liquid sunshine in the most delicious and beautiful way possible. Sweet strawberries and bright fresh orange juice were simply made to be together in a glass. I make this one whenever I need a little warmth and energy in my day and it never ever disappoints. Go pour yourself the most gorgeous sunny glass right now and enjoy every single bright and beautiful sip! 🍓🍊
