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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 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. Strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp.
- 2
Mixing the Sugar
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over low heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves. This creates a simple syrup.
- 3
Combining Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine.
Serving
- 4
Chilling
If desired, add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the lemonade quickly.
- 5
Garnishing
For an extra touch, add fresh mint leaves to the pitcher or to individual glasses when serving.
- 6