Garden Party Lemonade Recipe

Make Lemonade

In a medium pitcher, combine 1 cup fresh lemon juice and 3 tablespoons granulated sugar. Stir vigorously until the sugar is mostly dissolved. Add 1 cup of water and the lemon zest and stir again.

Taste the mixture. If you prefer a slightly sweeter lemonade, dissolve up to 2 tablespoons of simple syrup into the pitcher until you reach the desired sweetness. Add the remaining 3 cups of water, stir to combine, and chill in the refrigerator while preparing the green juice.

Prepare Green Juice (if not pre-pressed)

If you are making green juice from whole produce: juice a mix of kale or spinach, cucumber, celery, a green apple, and a squeeze of lemon to yield about 2 cups of fresh-pressed green juice. Strain if desired for a smoother texture.

If your green juice is particularly concentrated or very intense, dilute it with up to 1/2 cup cold water and taste to balance brightness and bitterness. Chill the green juice before mixing with the lemonade.

Blend Lemonade and Green Juice

Pour 2 cups chilled lemonade base into a large pitcher. Add 2 cups chilled Farmers Market House Green Juice. Gently stir to combine. Taste and adjust: add up to 2 tablespoons simple syrup for more sweetness, or an extra 1/4 cup lemon juice for more brightness.

Fill glasses with ice (about 1/3 to 1/2 full). Pour the Garden Party Lemonade over ice. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint. Add edible flowers if using for a festive presentation.

Serve immediately. Leftovers can be refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 48 hours; stir gently before serving as separation may occur.