Description
Refreshing homemade lemonade with a citrusy kick is your go-to beverage for those hot summer days. This vibrant drink blends the zesty flavors of fresh lemons and limes, creating a perfectly balanced mix of sweet and tart that will quench your thirst and brighten any occasion. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings, this lemonade is not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Get ready to impress with its bright flavor and stunning presentation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 3–4 limes)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold filtered water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Juice the lemons and limes until you have about 1.5 cups of fresh juice.
- In a pitcher, combine the lemon-lime juice with sugar and stir until dissolved.
- Add cold water to the mixture and stir to combine. Adjust sweetness if desired.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour or serve immediately over ice.
- Garnish with lemon or lime slices for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg