Picnic Lemonade
Bursting with refreshing citrus flavor, Picnic Lemonade is the ultimate drink for sunny outdoor gatherings or casual family meals. This classic homemade lemonade recipe combines freshly squeezed lemon juice, a perfectly balanced simple syrup, and plenty of ice for a crisp, thirst-quenching delight. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this drink is made with only six simple ingredients, including fresh lemons and optional mint leaves for an elegant garnish. Perfectly customizable to suit your preferred level of sweetness or tanginess, Picnic Lemonade is the ideal beverage to cool you down on a warm day. Serve it in a tall glass with a slice of lemon and a sprig of mint for a picture-perfect summer treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Fresh lemons
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 6 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 1 lemon Lemon slices (for garnish)
- 4 sprigs Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Wash the lemons thoroughly under cool water to remove any wax or dirt.
Roll each lemon on a flat surface while gently pressing down to release more juice.
Cut the lemons in half and juice them using a citrus juicer. You should have approximately 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
Strain the lemon juice through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp, if desired.
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large pitcher, combine the strained lemon juice, simple syrup, and the remaining 5 cups of water. Stir well to blend.
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more water, sugar, or lemon juice as needed.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Picnic Lemonade!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
894 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 61 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 239.9 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 209.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.8 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 716 mg | 15% | |
*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.
