Old Fashioned Lemonade Recipe Perfected
A refreshingly bold and crisp homemade lemonade with natural clarity, made from organic lemons, coarse cane sugar, and chilled water. This easy summer classic balances tangy citrus and sweetness without cloying or artificial ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 2
- Total Time: 12
- Yield: 8 servings (8 oz each)
- Category: Summer Desserts
- Method: Mixing and Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Organic lemons, unwaxed
Coarse cane sugar, 1 cup
Cold filtered water, 2 quarts (for mixing)
Cold filtered water, 1/2 cup (for syrup)
Ice cubes, 3 inches crushed (for serving)
Instructions
Roll lemons on countertop with palm of hand
Cut each lemon crosswise for maximum juice yield
Extract juice through mesh strainer into measuring cup (min. 5 oz)
Combine 1 cup cane sugar and 1/2 cup water in microwave-safe bowl
Stir in bowl until sugar dissolves completely, then let syrup cool
In large pitcher, combine strained lemon juice and sugar syrup
Add remaining 2 quarts cold water and stir vigorously for 30 seconds
Chill lemonade for at least 30 minutes before serving
Notes
If adding salt per the recipe tip, use 4 tsp salt per quart for umami balance
Store lemon juice in refrigerator up to 24 hours if not using immediately
400ml bottled lemon juice can substitute for fresh lemon effort
Freeze leftover lemon slices in syrup for preserved concentrate. Thaw before use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (8 oz)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 0g
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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