Description
Experience the ultimate summer refreshment with this classic, fresh-squeezed lemonade. By utilizing a perfectly balanced simple syrup base, this recipe ensures a smooth, consistent sweetness that highlights the bright, zesty notes of real citrus. Free from artificial aftertastes, this drink is the perfect thirst-quencher for hot days, providing a professional-grade result right in your own kitchen using simple, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
6 large fresh lemons
1.5 cups granulated sugar
6 cups filtered water
Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
Combine 1 cup of water and 1.5 cups of sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat.
Stir constantly until the sugar completely dissolves, then remove from heat.
Allow the simple syrup to cool to room temperature.
Extract the juice from the six lemons using a reamer or press.
Strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve to remove pulp and seeds.
Add the cooled simple syrup and lemon juice to a large glass pitcher.
Stir in the remaining 5 cups of water and serve over ice.
Notes
Select lemons that feel heavy for their size with thin peels for the best juice yield. Store the lemonade in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Adjust the water content if you prefer a more intense, tart flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Summer Desserts
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approx 8 oz)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg