Description
Korean summer punch hwachae showcases seasonal fruits in a refreshing cold beverage. Watermelon, strawberries, and honey create a light, sweet drink that cools and delights you on hot days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz / 396 g) fruit cocktail, drained
- 4 cups chopped fresh watermelon
- 1 ½ cups fresh fruit (berries, melon, etc.)
- 14 oz (414 ml) strawberry milk
- 12 oz (354 ml) carbonated beverage (Sprite, 7Up, etc.)
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Fruit Preparation: Meticulously dice watermelon and seasonal fruits into uniform, bite-sized cubes, creating a vibrant and visually appealing fruit medley.
- Liquid Infusion: Gently pour strawberry milk over the fruit mixture, allowing the creamy liquid to intertwine with the fresh produce, then delicately add drained fruit cocktail.
- Chilling and Carbonation: Introduce ice cubes to the bowl, then softly cascade carbonated beverage, stirring with a light touch to maintain the drink’s delicate texture and minimize foam formation.
- Presentation and Serving: Transfer the Hwachae into elegant glasses, ensuring an even distribution of fruits and liquid, then garnish with a decorative fruit slice or mint leaf for a sophisticated finish.
- Enjoyment: Serve the chilled Hwachae immediately, inviting guests to savor this quintessential Korean summer refreshment that harmoniously blends sweet, fruity, and effervescent elements.
Notes
- Fruit Selection Matters: Choose ripe, seasonal fruits for the most vibrant and sweet Hwachae, ensuring maximum flavor and texture.
- Chill Ingredients Beforehand: Refrigerate fruits and milk before preparation to maintain optimal temperature and enhance refreshing qualities.
- Gentle Mixing Technique: Fold ingredients softly to prevent fruit crushing and maintain delicate fruit integrity.
- Serve Immediately: Consume Hwachae right after preparation to preserve carbonation, freshness, and peak taste experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 35 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg