Jul 14 2026

Lemonade Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Make Lemonade Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Juicing the Lemons

    Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by hand, ensuring to catch the seeds.

  2. 2

    Mixing Sugar and Water

    In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves to create a simple syrup.

  3. 3

    Combining Ingredients

    In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to mix all ingredients thoroughly.

  4. 4

    Chilling

    Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or water if desired. Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Serving

  1. 5

    Garnishing

    If desired, add fresh mint leaves for garnish in each glass or to the pitcher.

  2. 6

    Serving with Ice

    Fill glasses with ice cubes as per your preference, and pour the chilled lemonade over the ice. Serve immediately.

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