Description
Korean refreshment hwachae offers a delightful summer escape with its fruity medley and cooling essence. Crisp watermelon, seasonal berries, and fragrant flower petals dance in a light honey-infused liquid that brings pure seasonal joy to you.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits:
- 4 cups chopped fresh watermelon
- 1 ½ cups fresh fruit (berries, melon, etc.)
- 1 can (14 ounces / 396 grams) fruit cocktail, drained
Liquid Components:
- 12 ounces (354 milliliters) carbonated beverage (Sprite, 7Up, etc.)
- 14 ounces (414 milliliters) strawberry milk
Cooling Ingredient:
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare a spacious mixing vessel, selecting one that provides ample room for the colorful fruit medley.
- Carefully dice watermelon into uniform cubes, ensuring consistent size for an appealing presentation.
- Integrate chopped watermelon with an assortment of fresh seasonal fruits and thoroughly drained fruit cocktail, gently folding to distribute ingredients evenly.
- Delicately cascade strawberry milk over the vibrant fruit mixture, allowing the liquid to weave between the fruit pieces.
- Introduce pristine ice cubes to the bowl, creating a chilled environment that will enhance the drink’s refreshing qualities.
- Tenderly incorporate carbonated beverage, using a light stirring motion to preserve the drink’s delicate texture and prevent excessive foam.
- Swiftly transfer the Hwachae to serving glasses, ensuring each portion receives an equal distribution of fruits and liquid.
- Garnish with an additional fruit slice or mint leaf for an elegant finishing touch, then serve immediately to capture the peak of freshness and effervescence.
- Invite guests to enjoy this quintessential Korean summer beverage, celebrating the harmonious blend of sweet, fruity, and sparkling elements.
Notes
- Chill all ingredients beforehand for an extra-cool and refreshing summer drink experience.
- Mix fruits gently to keep delicate pieces intact and maintain their beautiful texture.
- Choose ripe, sweet watermelon as the base to enhance the overall flavor profile of the punch.
- Carbonated beverages add a delightful fizzy element that makes this drink uniquely Korean and exciting.
- Serve immediately after preparation to enjoy the optimal temperature and prevent fruit from getting soggy.
- Use fresh, seasonal fruits for the most vibrant and authentic hwachae taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 60g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg