Jul 14 2026

Lemonade Recipe

Time20m
Serves6

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 cutting board to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or your hands, making sure to remove any seeds.

  2. 2

    Mixing the Sugar and Water

    In a medium pot, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved to create a simple syrup.

  3. 3

    Combining Ingredients

    In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the simple syrup (sugar-water mixture), and an additional 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.

Serving

  1. 4

    Chill and Serve

    If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or directly into glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation. Serve chilled.

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