Lemonade Concentrate Recipe

Whip up a batch of this incredibly easy lemonade concentrate in just 15 minutes! Perfect for summer parties or a refreshing anytime treat. Simply mix with water and enjoy the zestiest, most delicious homemade lemonade. This recipe makes a highly-concentrated base, allowing you to adjust the sweetness to your liking.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 74.2 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 Lemonade Concentrate

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How to Make Lemonade Concentrate

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup white sugar, 1 cup water, and 1 cup lemon juice.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
  4. Once cooled, strain the concentrate through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove any pulp (optional).
  5. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  6. To make lemonade, mix 2 ounces of concentrate with 6 ounces of cold water. Adjust to your desired sweetness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

0g

Carbs

6g