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Electric Lemonade

This vibrant electric lemonade blends fresh lemon and lime juice with sweet simple syrup, cold water, and optional edible glitter for a refreshing, eye-catching summer beverage.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice approximately 6 medium lemons
  • 1/2 cup fresh lime juice approximately 4 medium limes
  • 3/4 cup simple syrup or agave nectar
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1/4 teaspoon edible glitter or food coloring blue or electric blue, optional but recommended
  • Ice cubes for serving
  • Fresh lemon and lime slices for garnish
  • Pinch of salt to enhance flavors

Equipment

  • Citrus juicer or manual lemon/lime squeezer
  • Large pitcher (at least 8 cups capacity)
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Stirring spoon or cocktail bar spoon
  • Fine mesh strainer (optional, for pulp removal)
  • Glasses for serving
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Cut lemons and limes in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or manual squeezer.
  2. Optional: Strain the citrus juices through a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp and seeds.
  3. Add the fresh lemon juice and lime juice to a large pitcher.
  4. Pour in the simple syrup or agave nectar and stir thoroughly to combine.
  5. Slowly add the cold water to the pitcher while stirring to ensure even mixing.
  6. Add a pinch of salt and edible glitter or food coloring; stir until fully dissolved and the color is even.
  7. Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more syrup, lemon juice, or water as desired.
  8. Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the electric lemonade over the ice.
  9. Garnish each glass with lemon and lime slices and serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftover lemonade in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days; stir before serving and add fresh ice as needed.