To Die for Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the ultimate summer refreshment—‘To Die For Lemonade’! Bursting with the vibrant flavor of freshly squeezed lemons, this classic homemade lemonade recipe achieves the perfect balance of sweet and tangy thanks to an easy-to-make simple syrup. Ready in just 15 minutes, this drink is the perfect way to cool down on sunny days. The addition of cold water and ice cubes makes it instantly refreshing, while an optional sprig of fresh mint elevates its presentation to café-worthy elegance. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or simply lounging on the porch, this crisp and revitalizing beverage is a must-have in your warm-weather lineup. Fresh, flavorful, and delightfully simple to prepare, this lemonade recipe truly lives up to its name!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces fresh lemons
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 sprigs fresh mint (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Roll each lemon firmly on the countertop with your hands to help release the juices, then slice them in half.
Using a citrus juicer, extract the juice from each lemon. You should 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 with the granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. This creates a simple syrup. Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice, the prepared simple syrup, and 4 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed by adding more sugar or lemon juice, if desired.
Add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the lemonade further.
Pour the lemonade into individual glasses, garnish each with a sprig of fresh mint if desired, 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 | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 492 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.
