Homemade Lemonade
Refresh yourself with our delightful Homemade Lemonade, the ultimate thirst-quencher for hot summer days! This easy-to-make beverage combines the vibrant zest of fresh lemons with just the right amount of sweetness, making it a perfect addition to family gatherings, picnics, or simply to enjoy by yourself. Bursting with flavor and customizable to your taste, this lemonade is not only refreshing but also a fun way to experiment with various flavors. Whether you prefer it classic or want to add your favorite fruits or herbs, this recipe is sure to impress everyone. Get ready to sip on a glass of pure sunshine!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups water (divided)
- 1 cup sugar
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 1/2 cups lemon juice (about 8 lemons)
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine 3 cups of water and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest. Let the mixture cool at room temperature for about 5 minutes.
- In a large pitcher, mix the remaining 5 cups of water with the lemon juice. Strain the cooled sugar mixture into the pitcher and discard the zest.
- Add ice cubes and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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