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Spring flower Hwachae served with fruits and floral ice cubes
Refreshing spring drink, colorful fruits and floral ice cubes

Spring Flower Hwachae (Korean Fruit Punch)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
Hwachae (Korean punch) is not just a drink, but a Korean way to celebrate seasonal fruits. This spring version is a meeting of flowers and refreshing fruits in sparkling, sweet liquid. Traditionally made with Omija berry juice, modern versions dominate with fruit juice and carbonated drink mixes. It's a sight to behold: like drinking a spring garden.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 140 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Korean

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large glass bowl or pitcher
  • Melon baller (optional)
  • Ice cube tray

Instructions

1 ✓

If making floral ice (day before): place one flower head in each ice cube tray slot, fill with water, and freeze.

Tip: Flowers trapped in ice are not only beautiful but decorate the drink continuously as they melt.
2 ✓

Scoop small balls from melon (or cube it). Peel pear and cut into thin slices or shape into small flowers with cookie cutter.

Tip: Shaping is key part of Korean aesthetics: flower or star shaped fruits elevate the look.
3 ✓

Pit cherries, slice strawberries. Place all fruit in a large bowl.

4 ✓

Pour cold grape juice and sparkling lemonade over fruits. Stir gently.

Tip: Add carbonated drink just before serving so bubbles don't go flat.
5 ✓

Drop in floral ice cubes and serve immediately with ladle into small bowls or glasses.

Recipe FAQ

What flowers can I use?
Only edible, chemical-free flowers! E.g., pansies, violets, rose petals, elderflower.
It's too sweet.
Dilute with soda water or add more lime juice.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups White Grape Juice (100%)
  • 1 1/4 cups Sparkling Lemonade (or Lemon-Lime Soda)
  • 1 cup Watermelon or Cantaloupe
  • 1 db Asian Pear (or Bosc)
  • 1 cup Cherries (pitted)
  • 6 db Strawberries
  • 10 db Edible Flowers (optional)