Ingredients:

  • 1 lb frozen strawberries, no sugar added
  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, hulled
  • 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 cup superfine sugar
  • 1/4 cup filtered water
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Place the 1 lb of frozen strawberries into the blender jar. Note: Using them frozen ensures the mix stays cold without dilution.
  2. Add the 1/2 cup of fresh, hulled strawberries on top of the frozen ones.
  3. Pour in the 3/4 cup of fresh lime juice and the 1/4 cup of filtered water.
  4. Add the 1 cup of superfine sugar and the pinch of sea salt.
  5. Secure the lid tightly and start the blender on the lowest speed.
  6. Gradually increase to high speed, blending for about 45-60 seconds until the mixture is completely velvety and uniform.
  7. Stop the blender and use a long spoon to check for any unblended berry chunks.
  8. Pulse a few more times if needed until the color is a deep, consistent ruby red.
  9. Give the mix a quick taste; it should be quite tart and very sweet, as it's a concentrate.
  10. Pour the finished strawberry daq mix into a glass jar or bottle for immediate use or storage.