Jul 13 2026

Lemonade Recipe

Time15m
Serves6

Make Lemonade Recipe in just 15m. 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 fresh lemons on the countertop to soften them, then cut them in half and juice them using a citrus juicer. Collect the juice in a measuring cup. You should have approximately 1 cup of lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Dissolving the Sugar

    In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring continuously until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.

  3. 3

    Combining Ingredients

    In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the sugar syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to mix all the ingredients.

Serving

  1. 4

    Chill and Serve

    If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or serve the lemonade over ice in individual glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch. Serve immediately.

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