The Best Lemonade
Cool off with 'The Best Lemonade,' a refreshing homemade drink that combines the vibrant zest of freshly squeezed lemons with the perfect balance of sweetness from a silky homemade simple syrup. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, uses six lemons to deliver bold citrus flavor that will satisfy any lemonade lover. Serve it over ice for a chilled treat, and elevate the presentation with optional garnishes like fresh mint and lemon slices for a touch of elegance. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or craving a classic thirst-quencher, this lemonade is the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Perfectly customizable for sweetness and tartness, this is the only lemonade recipe you'll ever need.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Fresh lemons
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 6 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 pieces Lemon slices
- 8 leaves Mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
Wash the lemons thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or wax coating.
Roll the lemons firmly on the countertop to help release their juices, then cut them in half.
Juice the lemons using a juicer or citrus squeezer. Aim for about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain the juice if you prefer to remove pulp and seeds.
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar to make a simple syrup. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice, the cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 5 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or water, if needed.
Add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the lemonade.
Garnish each serving glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint leaves, if desired. Pour the lemonade into the glasses and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
865 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 51 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.8 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.0 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 498 mg | 11% | |
*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.
