Description
This refreshing homemade lemonade is the perfect thirst-quencher for hot days. Made with fresh lemons, sugar, and water, it’s easy to prepare and can be adjusted to your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Fresh lemons (Juiced)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar (Adjust based on sweetness preference)
- 4 cups Water (Divided (1 cup hot, 3 cups cold))
- As needed Ice cubes
- For garnish Lemon slices
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of hot water and the sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely to create a simple syrup.
- In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, and 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
- Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or water if necessary.
- Serve the lemonade over ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices.
Notes
- For a flavored twist, consider adding fresh mint leaves or berries.
- Homemade lemonade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 99
- Sugar: 24
- Sodium: 1
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: homemade lemonade, fresh lemonade recipe, easy lemonade recipe, summer drink, refreshing beverages