Traditional Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the timeless refreshment of Traditional Lemonade, a classic recipe that’s as simple as it is satisfying. Made with freshly squeezed lemons, a homemade simple syrup, and just the right amount of water, this drink strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s an effortless way to capture the taste of summer in every sip. Serve it over ice and garnish with bright lemon slices and fragrant mint leaves for a refreshingly beautiful presentation. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or lazy afternoons, this homemade lemonade recipe is a must-have for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 whole Fresh lemons
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 5 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 3 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- 5 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Roll the lemons on a flat surface, applying light pressure, to maximize the juice extraction.
Cut the lemons in half and squeeze the juice into a measuring cup. Remove any seeds but leave some pulp if desired. You should have approximately 1 cup of lemon juice.
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and the granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves. This creates a simple syrup.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the simple syrup cool to room temperature.
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 4 cups of water. Stir well to mix.
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness, if needed, by adding more sugar or water to balance the flavor.
Add the ice cubes directly to the pitcher or to individual glasses to serve chilled.
If desired, garnish glasses or the pitcher with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
869 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.2 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 209.3 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 506 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.
