Description

Homemade lemonade is the ultimate thirst quencher, capturing the essence of summer in every refreshing sip. With its delightful balance of tartness and sweetness, this easy-to-make beverage is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying on a sunny afternoon. Made from fresh lemons, sugar, and water, you can customize it to suit your taste with herbs and fruits for an extra twist. Get ready to impress your guests with this classic drink that brings joy and sunshine to any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups cold water
Optional: Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

Juice the lemons until you have 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain to remove seeds if desired.
In a saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of water to create a simple syrup. Stir until dissolved (about 5 minutes).
In a large pitcher, mix the lemon juice and simple syrup, then add 4 cups of cold water. Stir well and adjust sweetness as needed.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices or mint leaves.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Beverage
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
Calories: 99
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 2mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - Experiment with sweeteners like honey or agave syrup for varied flavors. - For a fizzy twist, substitute sparkling water for still water. - Infuse flavors by adding fruits such as strawberries or herbs like basil.