Chilled Lemon Sunset Recipe

Escape to paradise with this refreshing Chilled Lemon Sunset cocktail! This vibrant, easy-to-make drink is perfect for warm summer days or any occasion. Imagine the sweet and tart combination of lemon and orange, perfectly balanced with a hint of grenadine and a touch of coolness. Elevate your summer gatherings with this delicious recipe – easily adaptable for a non-alcoholic version or spiked with your favorite rum for a sophisticated twist. Get ready for sunset bliss!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 169.7 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chilled Lemon Sunset

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How to Make Chilled Lemon Sunset

  1. In a small saucepan, combine ½ cup water and ½ cup granulated sugar over medium-high heat.
  2. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Simmer for 1 minute, then remove from heat and transfer the simple syrup to a bowl.
  4. Allow the simple syrup to cool completely to room temperature.
  5. Refrigerate the simple syrup for at least 1 hour to chill.
  6. In a blender, combine 1 cup cold water, ¼ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup chilled simple syrup, 1 cup lemon sorbet, ½ cup orange juice, and ¼ cup fresh lemon juice.
  7. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  8. Pour 1 teaspoon of grenadine into the bottom of each of four glasses.
  9. Carefully pour the blended sorbet mixture over the grenadine.
  10. Garnish each glass with a lemon wedge and serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

149g

Fat

0g

Carbs

14g

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