House Made Lemonade Recipe
Quench your thirst with our refreshing House Made Lemonade, crafted from freshly squeezed lemons and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. Served over ice, this invigorating drink is the ultimate thirst-quencher, perfect for any time of the day. Sip on a taste of summer with every glass!
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Ingredients
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Lemonade Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Cut the lemons in half and juice them until you have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- 2
Making the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves completely, then remove from heat and let cool.
- 3
Combining Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice, the simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well.
- 4
Serving
Fill glasses with ice and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.