Cayenne Lemonade Recipe

Spice up your summer with this surprisingly addictive Cayenne Lemonade! The subtle heat of cayenne pepper perfectly complements the tartness of fresh lemon and the sweetness of the simple syrup, creating a refreshing and unique beverage. This easy 5-minute recipe from Southern Living is perfect for a hot day or a unique addition to your next barbecue.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 150.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cayenne Lemonade

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How to Make Cayenne Lemonade

  1. Make simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  2. Combine ingredients: In a large pitcher, stir together the cooled simple syrup, 1/2 cup lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 4 cups of cold water.
  3. Taste and adjust: Add more cayenne pepper for extra heat, or more lemon juice for extra tartness, to your preference.
  4. Serve: Pour the lemonade over ice and garnish with lemon wedges. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

131g

Fat

0g

Carbs

13g