Jul 14 2026

Lemonade Recipe

Time15m
Serves6

Make Lemonade Recipe in just 15m. 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 lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or reamer. Strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp, if desired.

  2. 2

    Mixing the Sugar

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

  3. 3

    Combining Ingredients

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

Serving

  1. 4

    Chilling the Lemonade

    If desired, refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to chill. Alternatively, you can add ice cubes directly to the pitcher or individual glasses before serving.

  2. 5

    Garnishing

    To serve, pour the lemonade into glasses filled with ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices for a refreshing presentation.

  3. 6

    Enjoying

    Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing homemade lemonade!

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