Perfect Lemonade

Perfect Lemonade

from simplyrecipes.com
Drink
10 min
104 kcal / serving

Our easy method for perfect lemonade is combines simple syrup and fresh lemon juice for a tart, sweet and refreshing glass.

Ingredients

  • 1 cupwhite, granulated sugar (can reduce to 3/4 cup)
  • 1 cupwater (for the simple syrup)
  • 1 cuplemon juice
  • 2 cupscold water (to dilute)

Directions

  1. 1

    Make the simple syrup: Place the sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Stir so that the sugar dissolves completely and remove from heat.

  2. 2

    Juice the lemons: While the water is heating for the simple syrup, juice your lemons. Depending on the size of the lemons, 4 to 6 of them should be enough for 1 cup of juice.

  3. 3

    Mix the lemonade: Pour the juice and the simple syrup sugar water into a serving pitcher. Add 2 to 3 cups of cold water and taste. Add more water if you would like it to be more diluted (though note that when you add ice, it will melt and naturally dilute the lemonade). If the lemonade is a little sweet for your taste, add a little more straight lemon juice to it.

  4. 4

    Chill and serve: Refrigerate 30 to 40 minutes. Serve with ice and sliced lemons. Did you enjoy our recipe? Let us know with a rating and review!