Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPoor Calvin'sLemonade Recipe

Lemonade Recipe

Inspired by Poor Calvin's
Time15m
Serves4

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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Main Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Juicing the Lemons

    Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice into a measuring cup. You should have about 1 cup of lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Mixing the Sugar

    In a pitcher, combine the 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of warm water (not boiling). Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

  3. 3

    Combining Ingredients

    Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the sugar-water mixture. Then, pour in the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.

Serving

  1. 4

    Chilling and Garnishing

    If desired, add ice cubes to individual glasses or to the pitcher. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor and a decorative touch.

  2. 5

    Enjoying the Lemonade

    Serve the lemonade immediately for the best taste. Stir well before pouring into glasses, and enjoy your refreshing homemade lemonade!

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