House Lemonade Recipe
Quench your thirst with our refreshing House Lemonade, a perfect balance of tart lemons and just the right amount of sweetness, served chilled and garnished with a sprig of fresh mint. It's the ideal beverage to brighten your day and elevate your dining experience.
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Ingredients
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Lemonade Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them, then cut in half and juice them until you have 1 cup of lemon juice.
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 has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
Mixing the Lemonade
In a large pitcher, combine the lemon juice and the cooled simple syrup. Add 3 cups of cold water and stir well.
Serving the Lemonade
Add ice cubes to glasses and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.