Description
Fresh homemade lemonade made with real lemon juice, simple syrup, and cold water for a bright, sweet, and refreshing drink.
Ingredients
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 5 cups cold water, divided
- Lemon slices, for garnish
- Ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- Combine the sugar with 1 cup of water in a small saucepan.
- Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves to make a simple syrup.
- Let the syrup cool slightly, then pour it into a large pitcher.
- Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the remaining 4 cups of cold water.
- Stir well and taste, adjusting with extra sugar or water if desired.
- Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve over ice with lemon slices for garnish.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
- Add fresh mint for a cooling herbal twist.
- Replace some cold water with sparkling water for a fizzy version.
- Blend in strawberries or raspberries for a fruity lemonade.
- Store leftovers in a covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and stir before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 7mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
