Flavored Lemonade Recipe
Make Flavored Lemonade Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavor Additions
Method
Preparation of Lemonade Base
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Cut the fresh lemons in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. You should have about 1 cup of lemon juice.
- 2
Making the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 3
Mixing the Base
In a large pitcher, combine the lemon juice, the cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
Adding Flavors
- 4
Mint Infusion
Gently bruise the fresh mint leaves using a muddler or the back of a spoon, then add them to the lemonade mixture. Let it steep for at least 30 minutes.
- 5
Strawberry Puree
In a blender, puree the fresh strawberries until smooth. Strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds. Stir the strawberry puree into the lemonade.
- 6
Ginger and Lime
Grate the fresh ginger and add it to the lemonade. Then, stir in the lime juice for an extra zing.
Serving
- 7
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the flavored lemonade for at least 1 hour before serving. Serve over ice with additional mint leaves or lemon slices for garnish.
