Classic Homemade Lemonade

A well-known saying goes, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade!" I think that's a wonderful idea! Especially for a hot summer day. This lemon drink will relieve stuffiness, fatigue, and stress, energize you, and lift your spirits for the entire day. Don't let the heat get the better of you.

Classic homemade lemonade - photo
Nutritional value per serving
40 kcal
  • Proteins: 0 g
  • Fats: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients
  • Total time:
  • Time in the kitchen:
  • Complexity:
    It will work even if you're making it for the first time. Not just this dish, but your first time ever.
  • Number of servings: 1
    3 liters

Classic lemonade do it yourself - it's light and delicious a drink that is popular all over the world. You're unlikely to find anyone who hasn't tried it at least once in their life. lemon drink With a sprig of mint and ice. In the summer, lemonade is sold on every corner.

And although there are hundreds of variations of the cool drink these days, citrus remains the most popular. Its pleasant tartness and rich aroma perfectly invigorate the body, invigorate, and quench thirst. Nothing could be simpler than cook plain lemonade in the home kitchen. And today we'll see for ourselves: fast, tasty and cheap.

Recipe with step-by-step photos
Classic lemonade at home
Ingredients
Servings
3 liters
  • Water
    3 l
  • Sugar
    300 G
  • Lemon
    4 pcs
  • Mint (sprig)
    2 pcs
Preparation

Step 1

Pour sugar into a saucepan and add a glass of water.

Step 2

Place the mixture on medium heat and heat until the sugar is completely dissolved, stirring constantly. cook homogeneous syrup.

Step 3

Cut three lemons in half and squeeze out the juice.

Step 4

Pour lemon juice, syrup and drinking water into a three-liter jar.

Step 5

Add about 10 mint or lemon balm leaves.

Step 6

Cut half a lemon into thin slices and add them to the jar.

Step 7

Let the lemonade steep in the refrigerator for about an hour. If you don't want to wait, enjoy the drink immediately.

Step 8
Classic homemade lemonade - photo

After an hour, the lemonade is completely ready and you can enjoy its wonderful refreshing taste and aroma.

Similar video recipe: Homemade Lemonade

Lemonade is a fairly simple drink to make. This is one of the features that makes it so popular. But people's imaginations know no bounds, meaning there's always an even simpler and quicker version of summer lemonade.

On the YouTube channel "Senya v Teme," you'll find a five-minute lemonade that's a perfect pick-me-up in hot weather. It's perfect for fishing, picnics, barbecues, or even just a walk in the park. Just three ingredients, and you'll have a pitcher full of this refreshing drink on your table, a favorite among both kids and adults. Don't forget the mint and ice.

Adviсe

How to cook the best lemonadeThe answer to this question seems too simple and banal, but when it comes down to it, a host of problems arise that a few simple tips can help solve.

  • The beauty of lemonade is that you can make it by eye, adjusting it to your own taste preferences. If you like sweet soda, use 100-120 ml of lemon juice and 140-150 g of sugar. For a more intense citrus flavor, combine 150 ml of lemon juice and 100-120 g of sugar. These grams are calculated for 1 liter of lemonade.
  • Use sparkling water instead of regular water to add a little variety to your drink. The fizz is more vibrant and refreshing. Refrigerate the water you'll be using to dilute the lemonade.
  • To extract more juice from a lemon, roll it on a hard surface, dip it in hot water for a few minutes, or microwave it for 10 seconds.
  • Instead of adding sugar to your lemonade as usual, use boiled sugar syrup.
  • Classic lemonade is the base for a variety of other lemonades. Add raspberry, strawberry, blueberry, or other favorite fruit or berry puree to the finished drink. Stir well and strain if necessary—the flavor is guaranteed.

Design and submission

Ice is the key! Especially when it comes to lemonade. It's simply impossible to imagine a refreshing drink without at least a couple of ice cubes.

Decoration and serving of lemonade - photo 1

Lemonade with thin lemon wedges looks fresh. Plus, the citrus fruit enhances the flavor.

Decoration and serving of lemonade - photo 2

Lime will give the lemonade a more subtle flavor, and the green zest will add a bright accent.

Decoration and serving of lemonade - photo 3

Don't discount mint. It still looks beautiful, imparts a wonderful menthol aroma, and offers a refreshing flavor.

Mint can always be replaced with the more subtle lemon balm.

Decoration and serving of lemonade - photo 6

Lemonade with a sprig of rosemary looks festive and Christmassy.

Serve lemonade in unusual containers, such as small individual pitchers.

Alcoholic lemonade is best served in glasses.

Decoration and serving of lemonade - photo 9

Roll the tubes in an unusual way, just like in a real restaurant.

Decoration and serving of lemonade - photo 10

The rim of the glass can be moistened with lemon juice or water, and then rolled in sugar or coconut flakes.

Decoration and serving of lemonade - photo 11

Brown sugar looks brighter and more contrasting.

Decoration and serving of lemonade - photo 12

Lemonade can be garnished with dried flowers. For example, this version with daisies looks very romantic and delicate. Of course, it's best not to eat the flowers.

Add whole berries to the finished lemonade. Smaller berries, such as cherries, blueberries, or currants, work best.

Decorating and serving lemonade - photo 14

A large berry can be attached to the glass to add more expressiveness to the drink before serving.

Decorating and serving lemonade - photo 15

Be sure to try this simple homemade lemonade recipe in your own kitchen with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Classics are always a hit, and enjoying a cool drink on a hot summer day is a real treat!

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    Thanks for the recipe😊

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