How to Make Old Fashioned Lemonade Recipe

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How to Make Old Fashioned Lemonade Recipe

A simple and refreshing homemade lemonade recipe made with fresh lemons, sugar, and water. Perfectly tangy, sweet, and thirst-quenching for hot summer days.

Prep Time15

Cook Time5

Total Time20

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Ingredients

peel from about 3-4 lemons you will be juicing avoid the white pith
1 cup lemon juice about 4-6 lemons, freshly squeezed
3/4 cup granulated sugar adjust to taste
5-6 cups cold water adjust to taste
Ice cubes
Lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for garnish optional

Instructions

Before juicing the lemons, peel 3 to 4 of them, just the yellow zest, not the bitter white part. This adds extra lemon flavor to the syrup.
peel from about 3-4 lemons you will be juicing
In a saucepan, combine the fresh lemon juice, sugar, and the lemon peels. Heat over medium, stirring occasionally, until the sugar fully dissolves and the mixture is hot (but not boiling). Once the sugar’s dissolved and the lemon peel has had a chance to infuse, remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
1 cup lemon juice, 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Strain the mixture into a large pitcher, discarding the peels. Add in the cold water and plenty of ice. Stir, taste, and adjust sweetness if needed. Serve right away or chill in the fridge. Garnish with lemon slices and mint if you’re feeling fancy!
5-6 cups cold water, Ice cubes, Lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for garnish

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