Southern Lemonade
Quench your thirst with this classic Southern Lemonade, a refreshing blend of tart citrus, sweet simple syrup, and crisp, cool water designed to transport you to a sunny front porch in the heart of the South. Made with freshly squeezed lemon juice and just the right balance of sweetness, this lemonade is a go-to beverage for hot summer days or cozy gatherings. With a quick prep time of just 10 minutes and easily customizable to suit your taste, this recipe delivers homemade lemonade at its finest. Add a touch of Southern charm by garnishing with fresh lemon slices and fragrant mint sprigs, and serve over ice for the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Perfect for picnics, parties, or lazy afternoons, this easy Southern Lemonade recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole fresh lemons
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups (optional, for serving) ice
- 4 sprigs (optional, for garnish) fresh mint
Instructions
Wash the lemons thoroughly, then slice 2 lemons into thin rounds for garnish and set aside.
Juice the remaining 4 lemons using a citrus juicer until you have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain the juice 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, until the sugar completely dissolves to make a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the simple syrup, and the remaining 5 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or lemon juice, if desired.
Add ice to the pitcher or directly to serving glasses to chill the lemonade.
For garnish, add the lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs to the pitcher or individual glasses.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Southern Lemonade!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 50 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.6 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 491 mg | 10% | |
*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.
