Homemade Lemonade Recipe
You only need three ingredients to make this classic Homemade Lemonade Recipe. It’s so simple and refreshing–perfect for a summer day! This guide will show you how to make the best, most flavorful lemonade from scratch with a perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Ingredients
- 6 cups (1.4L) water divided 6 cups (1.4L) water divided
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (236ml) fresh-squeezed lemon juice seeds removed, pulp may remain 1 cup (236ml) fresh-squeezed lemon juice seeds removed, pulp may remain
Instructions
- 1. Combine 1 cup (236ml) water and 1 cup sugar in a small saucepan. Place over medium-low heat and stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside, allow to cool for 10 minutes.
- 2. Pour 1 cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice into a pitcher. Add sugar/water mixture (simple syrup).
- 3. Add remaining 5 cups (1180ml) water and stir well. Pour over ice and serve, or transfer to refrigerator and allow to chill several hours before serving.
Notes
For Pink Lemonade: Add a splash of cranberry juice, raspberry puree, or a few drops of red food coloring.
For Flavored Lemonade: Muddle fresh mint, basil, or berries in the bottom of the pitcher before adding the liquids.
Make it a Slushie: Blend the finished lemonade with a generous amount of ice for a delicious frozen treat.