Lemony Syrup Base Recipe

Name: Lemony Syrup Base
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 cup lemon peel (from about 6-8 lemons); 2 cups granulated sugar; 2 cups boiling water; Fresh Lemon Juice

Beat the heat with this incredibly simple and refreshing homemade lemonade syrup! Inspired by a sun-drenched Arizona lemon tree, this recipe creates a vibrant, zesty base for the perfect glass of lemonade. Perfect for summer parties, picnics, or a quick thirst quencher on a hot day. Make a big batch and keep it in your fridge for weeks of lemony deliciousness!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 313.8 kcal

Protein 0g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemony Syrup Base

1 cup lemon peel (from about 6-8 lemons)
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups boiling water
Fresh Lemon Juice

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How to Make Lemony Syrup Base

Combine 1 cup of lemon peel, 2 cups of granulated sugar, and 2 cups of boiling water in a covered jar.
Secure the lid and shake vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Stir in 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Tightly cover the jar and refrigerate until ready to use (at least 2 hours).
Makes approximately 2 2/3 cups of syrup base.
**To make lemonade by the glass:** Pour 1/2 cup of syrup base into a tall glass. Add 3/4 cup of cold water and ice cubes. Stir well.
**To make lemonade by the pitcher:** Combine the entire batch of syrup base with approximately 5 cups of cold water and ice cubes in a large pitcher. Stir to combine.