Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Lady MayLemonade Recipe

Lemonade Recipe

Inspired by The Lady May
Time20m
Serves4

Make Lemonade Recipe in just 20m. 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 flat surface to soften them. Cut each lemon in half and use a citrus juicer to extract juice. Measure out 1 cup of lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Dissolving Sugar

    In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let cool.

Mixing the Lemonade

  1. 3

    Combining 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 mixed.

  2. 4

    Adjusting Flavor

    Taste the lemonade and adjust with additional sugar or water as needed. You can add more sugar if you prefer it sweeter, or more water for a milder flavor.

Serving

  1. 5

    Chilling and Serving

    If desired, add ice cubes to the pitcher or individual glasses. Garnish with mint leaves for a refreshing touch. Serve chilled.

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