The Best Lemonade Ever
Quench your thirst with the ultimate summer refresher: *The Best Lemonade Ever*! Bursting with the vibrant tang of freshly squeezed lemons and balanced to perfection with a homemade simple syrup, this recipe transforms six whole lemons into the perfect blend of sweet and tart. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an effortless crowd-pleaser made with simple, natural ingredients like fresh mint leaves and lemon slices for a restaurant-quality garnish. Whether enjoyed over ice or with a sparkling twist by adding club soda, this lemonade is the epitome of summertime bliss. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or a relaxing afternoon, this easy lemonade recipe is guaranteed to impress and keep you cool.
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Ingredients
- 6 whole Fresh lemons
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 5 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 2 whole Lemon slices
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves
Directions
Step 1
Roll each lemon firmly on the countertop to maximize the amount of juice you can extract.
Step 2
Cut the lemons in half and juice them using a juicer or by hand, straining out the seeds. You should have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
Step 3
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved (approximately 5 minutes). This forms the simple syrup.
Step 4
Remove the simple syrup from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Step 5
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 4 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or lemon juice, if needed.
Step 7
Add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir to chill the lemonade.
Step 8
Garnish the pitcher with fresh lemon slices and a few mint leaves for a burst of bright flavor and aesthetic appeal.
Step 9
Pour the lemonade into glasses, serve chilled, and enjoy!
Step 10
Optional: For a sparkling variation, replace 1 cup of water with club soda before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2346 grams (2346.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 898 |
| Total Fat 1.40g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.20g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 46mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 243.50g | 89% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.20g | 47% |
| Total Sugars 211.70g | |
| Protein 5.20g | 10% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 199mg | 15% |
| Iron 3mg | 17% |
| Potassium 653mg | 14% |
Source of Calories