Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Cut the fresh lemons in half and use a citrus juicer or reamer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. Remove any seeds that may fall into the juice.
- 2
Mixing Sugar and Water
In a large pitcher, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of warm water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- 3
Combining Ingredients
Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the pitcher along with the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 4
Adjusting to Taste
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar (if desired) or water (if too sweet).
Serving
- 5
Chilling the Lemonade
If you prefer your lemonade chilled, place the pitcher in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving.
- 6
Garnishing and Serving
Serve in glasses with ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Enjoy your refreshing lemonade!