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Real Lemon Lemonade

A refreshing homemade lemonade with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors, ideal for a hot summer day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice about 4-6 lemons
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 cups cold water
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon slices for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Citrus juicer or reamer
  • Pitcher
  • Measuring cups
  • Stirring spoon
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Start by rolling the lemons on the counter to loosen the juice inside.
  2. Use a citrus juicer to extract juice from the lemons until you have one cup, avoiding seeds and pulp.
  3. In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice and sugar, then stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  4. Pour in the cold water and stir until everything is mixed. Adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
  5. Place the pitcher in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to chill.
  6. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled lemonade over.
  7. Add lemon slices to the glasses for garnish if desired.
  8. Take a sip and enjoy the refreshing drink.

Notes

This lemonade can be customized with flavors like mint or berries and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.