Lemonade Recipe
Freshly squeezed lemonade.
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Ingredients
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Lemonade Ingredients
Method
Lemonade Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Cut the fresh lemons in half and use a juicer or citrus reamer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. Ensure to remove any seeds that may fall into the juice.
- 2
Mixing Sugar and Water
In a large pitcher, combine the granulated sugar and 1 cup of warm water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved to create a simple syrup.
- 3
Combining Ingredients
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the pitcher with the sugar syrup. Then, pour in the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- 4
Chilling and Serving
Add ice cubes to the pitcher or directly into serving glasses. Pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.