Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSunflower Drive-InLemonade Recipe

Lemonade Recipe

Inspired by Sunflower Drive-In
Time45m
Serves4

Make Lemonade Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Juicing the Lemons

    Roll the lemons on a flat surface to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer to extract the juice. Strain the juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp.

  2. 2

    Mixing the Sugar and Water

    In a mixing bowl or pitcher, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of hot water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.

  3. 3

    Combining Ingredients

    Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the sugar-water mixture. Pour in the remaining 3 cups of cold water and stir well to combine.

Serving

  1. 4

    Chilling the Lemonade

    Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired. Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 5

    Serving the Lemonade

    Serve the lemonade in glasses over ice cubes. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.

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