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Hwachae

Chill Out with Hwachae: Refreshing Korean Summer Bliss

Hwachae is a delightful Korean watermelon punch, perfect for quenching your thirst on hot summer days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruit Base
  • 4 cups chopped fresh watermelon Ensure watermelon is ripe for best flavor.
  • 1 cup fresh fruit (berries, melon, etc.) Substitute seasonal fruits for optimal freshness.
  • 14 oz canned fruit cocktail Can swap with canned fruits in light syrup.
Creamy Element
  • 14 oz strawberry milk Can use banana milk or regular milk.
Fizz
  • 12 oz carbonated beverage (Sprite, 7Up, etc.) Any lemon-lime soda or sparkling water can work.
To Serve
  • 1 cup ice cubes Larger ice cubes will slow melting.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Hwachae Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 4 cups of freshly chopped watermelon and your choice of fresh fruits like berries or melon. Mix gently.
  2. Pour 14 ounces of strawberry milk over the fruit mixture and stir gently until all fruits are coated.
  3. Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the mixture, ensuring the ice is floating and visible.
  4. Carefully pour in 12 ounces of your chosen carbonated beverage and stir gently.
  5. Serve immediately in glasses, garnishing with extra pieces of fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill all ingredients before preparation for maximum refreshment. Enjoy your Hwachae immediately for the best experience.

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