Hillbilly Lemonade Recipe

Unleash your inner party animal with this interactive, crowd-pleasing Hillbilly Lemonade recipe! Inspired by a 2002 party hit, this recipe is all about the experience. Gather your friends, grab a large cotton towel and a gallon-size pickle jar, and get ready for refreshing fun. We recommend using crushed ice (like Sonic's!) for a longer-lasting, extra-chilled beverage. This isn't your grandma's lemonade – it's a hands-on adventure where everyone pitches in to shake and share the delicious results! (Don't forget – no shake, no drink!)

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 222 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hillbilly Lemonade

  • 12 large lemons, juiced (approximately 2 cups lemon juice)
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • Vodka
  • Approximately half a bag of crushed ice (adjust to your preference)

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How to Make Hillbilly Lemonade

  1. Combine all ingredients (except ice) in the large gallon-size pickle jar.
  2. Secure the lid tightly onto the pickle jar using the large cotton towel to get a good grip.
  3. Shake vigorously for 2-3 minutes – the more people shaking, the better!
  4. Add the crushed ice, leaving some room at the top of the jar.
  5. Secure the lid again, shake once more briefly to distribute the ice.
  6. Serve immediately in glasses filled with ice. Garnish with lemon wedges or other desired additions.
  7. Enjoy responsibly!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

154g

Fat

0g

Carbs

13g

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