Fresh Lemonade Recipe
This classic, delicious Homemade Fresh Lemonade recipe is made all in one pitcher with just three ingredients! I've shared my timesaving simple syrup method, easy lemonade concentrate recipe, and tips to make the best homemade lemonade anywhere!
Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup hot water
- 2 cups lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- cold water
- 1 lemon sliced
Instructions
- Add sugar to a gallon pitcher and pour hot water over the sugar, stirring to dissolve.
- Add fresh lemon juice, zest, and enough cold water to fill the pitcher. Stir until well-combined.
- Serve with ice and fresh lemon slices, if desired. Keep refrigerated.
Lemonade Concentrate
- Add sugar to a pitcher and pour hot water over sugar, stirring to dissolve. Add fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. Stir until well-combined. Pour into an airtight container and store in the refrigerator up to one week.
- To serve lemonade from the concentrate: Pour equal amounts of lemonade concentrate and water into a glass (single serving) or into a pitcher (for larger service). Serve with ice and fresh lemon slices, if you wish.
Notes
Sugar-Free Lemonade: Use your favorite sugar substitute in place of the sugar called for in this recipe.
Storage Tips
To store: For best results, keep your lemonade stored in the refrigerator. It should stay fresh for up to 5 days if kept cold.
To make ahead: If making in advance for a party, consider using my lemonade concentrate recipe. You can also wait to add the fresh lemon slices to the pitcher until just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 18mg | Potassium: 42mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 34g | Vitamin C: 16.4mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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