Meyer Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the bright, citrusy burst of homemade Meyer Lemonade, a delightful twist on the classic summer beverage. Made with the naturally sweeter and less tangy Meyer lemons, this lemonade recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweet and tart with the addition of a quick homemade simple syrup. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this refreshing drink using six simple ingredients, including Meyer lemons, sugar, and water, plus optional garnishes like fresh mint and lemon slices for a decorative touch. Perfectly chilled and served over ice, Meyer Lemonade is a crowd-pleaser for poolside afternoons, backyard barbecues, or any occasion that calls for a crisp and flavorful refreshment. Optimize your lemonade game with this easy, irresistible recipe that’s sure to keep everyone coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole Meyer lemons
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 6 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 6 slices Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
Begin by washing the Meyer lemons thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or wax.
Slice 6 Meyer lemons in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by hand. Strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp and seeds.
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with 0.75 cups of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar completely dissolves to form a simple syrup. Let it cool to room temperature.
Pour the simple syrup into the pitcher with the Meyer lemon juice. Stir well to combine.
Add 5 cups of cold water to the pitcher. Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more water or a touch of sugar if needed.
Refrigerate the lemonade for 30 minutes to 1 hour to chill, or serve immediately over ice.
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the Meyer lemonade over the ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 51 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.2 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 165.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 254 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 900 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
