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How to Make Basic Lemonade
- Combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently until sugar dissolves completely.
- While the syrup simmers, microwave 4-6 lemons (depending on size) on high for 30 seconds to soften.
- Roll lemons firmly on a countertop to release more juice. Slice lemons in half and juice them, yielding approximately 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- In a large pitcher, combine the cooled sugar syrup, 1 cup of lemon juice, and 3 cups of cold water.
- Taste and adjust the lemon juice to your preferred level of tartness.
- **For Ginger Lemonade:** Add 2 tablespoons of grated fresh ginger to the saucepan with the water and sugar in step 1. Continue with steps 1-5. Remove the ginger before adding cold water in step 4.
- **For Fruit Variations:** Prepare the basic lemonade ahead of time and chill. Blend 2 cups of your chosen fruit (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, peaches, mangoes, watermelon, etc.) until smooth. Pour into the chilled lemonade and stir gently.
- **For Herb Variations:** Add 2-3 sprigs of fresh herbs (mint, thyme, rosemary, etc.) to the hot sugar syrup in step 1. Gently muddle the herbs, let steep for 5 minutes, then remove before adding cold water and lemon juice.
- **Add-in Options:** Enhance your lemonade with a shot of rum, a splash of Coco Lopez cream of coconut, or a subtle twist of half-brewed tea.
- Serve over ice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
99g
Fat
0g
Carbs
10g
