Classic Refreshing Lemonade Drink (Printable)

A refreshing blend of fresh lemon juice, sugar, and cold water for a perfect thirst-quencher.

# Ingredient List:

→ Citrus

01 - 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4 to 6 lemons)

→ Sweetener

02 - 3/4 cup granulated sugar

→ Liquids

03 - 4 cups cold water

→ Garnish

04 - Ice cubes
05 - Lemon slices
06 - Fresh mint leaves

# Steps:

01 - In a pitcher, stir lemon juice and sugar vigorously until the sugar is fully dissolved.
02 - Pour in cold water and stir thoroughly to blend.
03 - Taste and modify sweetness or acidity by adding more sugar or lemon juice as preferred.
04 - Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour in the lemonade, garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It strikes that perfect balance of tart and sweet that feels like sharing a refreshing secret with a friend
  • The simplicity makes it my go-to for hot days, and I adore how easy it is to adjust to taste
02 -
  • Always stir the lemon juice and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved to avoid gritty lemonade
  • Discovering that fresh mint adds a lovely subtle layer of flavor completely changed my summer gatherings
03 -
  • Use room temperature lemon juice when mixing in sugar to help it dissolve faster
  • The secret to perfect balance is gradual adjustment—add sugar or juice little by little while tasting

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