Jul 09 2026

Lemonade Recipe

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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Base Ingredients

Optional Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Juicing the Lemons

    Roll the lemons on a countertop to soften them, then cut them in half and juice them using a citrus juicer or reamer until you have about 1 cup of lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Mixing Sugar and Water

    In a pitcher, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of warm water. 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 all ingredients.

Serving

  1. 4

    Chill and Serve

    If desired, add ice cubes to the lemonade for a refreshing chill. Garnish with mint leaves if using. Serve immediately in glasses.

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