Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsDECO WilmingtonNatalie's Lemonade Recipe

Natalie's Lemonade Recipe

Inspired by DECO Wilmington
Time20m
Serves4

Make Natalie's Lemonade Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Juicing the Lemons

    Roll the fresh lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer or reamer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. Remove any seeds that may have fallen into the juice.

  2. 2

    Dissolving Sugar

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

  3. 3

    Mixing the Lemonade

    In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness with additional sugar or water if desired.

Serving

  1. 4

    Chilling and Garnishing

    If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or individual glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for an extra refreshing touch.

  2. 5

    Serving the Lemonade

    Pour the lemonade into glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your refreshing Natalie's Lemonade!

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