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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Garnishes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer or your hands to extract the juice into a measuring cup. You should get about 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Mixing the Sugar
In a large pitcher, combine the granulated sugar with 1 cup of hot water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. This creates a simple syrup that will blend well with the lemon juice.
- 3
Serving
- 4
Chilling the Lemonade
Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to chill before serving. This allows the flavors to meld.
- 5
Serving the Lemonade
Serve the lemonade in tall glasses over ice. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves if desired. Enjoy your refreshing drink!





