Homemade Lemonade
Enjoy the vibrant, refreshing taste of homemade lemonade with this simple recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or simply looking to cool off on a hot day, this zesty drink is sure to please everyone. Made with fresh lemons, sugar, and water, this delightful beverage is naturally sweetened without any preservatives or artificial flavors. Customize it by adding your favorite fruits or herbs for an extra twist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups of water (divided)
- 1 cup of sugar
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 1/2 cups of freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 8 lemons)
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine 3 cups of water and the sugar. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for about 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
- In a large pitcher, mix the remaining 5 cups of water and lemon juice. Strain the cooled sugar mixture into the pitcher to remove zest.
- Add ice cubes and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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