Jul 13 2026

Lemonade Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Make 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 lemons on a countertop to loosen the juice. Cut each lemon in half and use a juicer or your hands to extract the juice into a measuring cup. Remove any seeds that may have fallen in.

  2. 2

    Dissolving Sugar

    In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice with 1 cup of granulated sugar. Stir vigorously until the sugar is fully dissolved into the lemon juice.

  3. 3

    Mixing with Water

    Add 4 cups of cold water to the pitcher containing the lemon juice and sugar mixture. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

  4. 4

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the lemonade. If it’s too sour, add more sugar to taste, or if too sweet, add more lemon juice or water as needed.

Serving

  1. 5

    Chilling and Serving

    If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or individual glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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