Sip the Summer—How to Make the Perfect Frosé with Strawberries, Lemon & Rosé

This Frosé is healthier and lighter than the rest, so enjoy it all summer!

If summer had a signature drink, we’d nominate the frosé—the slushy, sun-kissed cousin of your favorite glass of rosé. Light, refreshing, and a little bit indulgent, it’s the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. And the best part? You can make it at home with just three ingredients: frozen strawberries, a whole lemon, and your favorite bottle of rosé. Farmers Market or Roadside strawberries are the sweetest and need no more sugar!

Note: if your strawberries are not as sweet, or if your rose is super tart, you will need to add some sweetener.

Let’s dive into the how-to, plus a few fun twists (including a healthier version and some fair-inspired flair).

Watch a video demonstration of this Frosé.

The Easy 3-Ingredient Frosé Recipe

A vibrant, pink, icy treat that’s as easy to sip as it is to make – and healthier, too!

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Ingredients

  

• 2 cups frozen strawberries or freeze your own fresh ones
• 1 half or whole lemon peeled and seeded
• 1 bottle 750ml of chilled dry rosé wine
• sweetener to taste

Instructions

 

• Add the frozen strawberries, lemon, and rosé to a blender.
• Blend until smooth and slushy. Add a handful of ice if you want it thicker.
• Taste and adjust with sweetener if needed.
• Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately—or pop it in the freezer for 20–30 minutes for an extra frosty texture.
• Add a handful of fresh mint or a splash of coconut water for a hydrating twist.

Why Frosé Is THE Drink of Summer

• Cold & Refreshing: Like a snow cone for grown-ups.
• Portable & Party-Friendly: Blend it up for pool days, patio hangs, or backyard BBQs.
• Totally Customizable: You can tweak it to be lighter, fruitier, or boozier depending on your vibe.

This version is crisp, low-calorie, and packed with vitamin C from the lemon and strawberries—yes, we’re calling it healthy-ish.

Go Big with a Fair-Inspired Frosé

Feeling extra? Turn your frosé into a California fairground fantasy:

• Add a splash of vodka or strawberry liqueur for a stronger pour. At the California Mid-State Fair in 2025, they are making a lovely Frozé with atost, a bittersweet aperitif made with freshly picked oranges & juicy strawberries grown in the sun-kissed orchards of Ventura, California. It is divine!
• Rim the glass with pink sugar or tajín for a sweet or spicy kick
• Garnish with cotton candy, gummy bears, or a strawberry kabob on a skewer for max summer fun.

Perfect for sipping while planning your next adventure to the Ventura County Fair, California Mid-State Fair, or OC Fair. There’s nothing like frosé in hand while reliving the magic of rides, live music, and deep-fried everything.

Final Thoughts

This strawberry-lemon frosé is easy, elevated, and essential for your summer lineup. Whether you’re relaxing on the porch, planning a picnic, or pregaming before the fair, it’s a drink that delivers pure joy in every icy sip.

Make it your signature summer cocktail—simple, stunning, and totally chill.