Homemade Lemonade
Total Time
15 mins
Prep Time
15 mins
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(16)
Ingredients
8-10 servings
- 1 cup simple syrup, plus more to taste
- 6 cups water
- 3 cups fresh lemon juice
- Ice
- Lemon wheels, for garnish
- Fresh basil, for garnish, optional
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Preparation
Step 1
Make the simple syrup according to this recipe. For classic lemonade, make the plain simple syrup. We also love the basil simple syrup in this recipe.
Step 2
In a large pitcher, place the water, lemon juice, simple syrup, and ice. Stir to combine. Taste and add more simple syrup if desired.
Step 3
Pour into glasses filled with ice and garnish with lemon wheels and fresh basil, if desired.
Step 4
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Chef's notes
The freshly squeezed lemonade is easy to make with just 3 ingredients, and it’s sweet, refreshing, and deliciously tart. Served over ice, it’s everything I crave on a hot summer day.
Garnish glasses with basil or mint leaves for an aromatic, summery twist, or keep things classic and top each one with a fresh lemon slice.
Enjoy the lemonade on its own, or serve it as part of a summer meal with classic cookout fare like veggie burgers, pasta salad, fruit salad, and corn on the cob.
