House-made Lemonade Recipe
Quench your thirst with our refreshing house-made lemonade, crafted from freshly squeezed lemons and a touch of pure cane sugar. Each sip bursts with zesty flavor, perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sweetness. Served over ice, it's the ultimate thirst-quencher for any occasion!
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Ingredients
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Lemonade Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Juicing the Lemons
Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut them in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or by hand. Strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp.
- 2
Making the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and the granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 3
Mixing Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well until everything is mixed thoroughly.
- 4
Serving
Add ice cubes to the pitcher or serve immediately over ice in individual glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
