Best 7 Perfect Lemonade Real Lemons And Sugar Recipes

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If you're looking for a refreshing and delicious drink to quench your thirst on a hot summer day, look no further than homemade lemonade made with real lemons and sugar. This classic beverage is easy to make and can be tailored to your taste preferences. Whether you like it tart, sweet, or somewhere in between, this article will provide you with the perfect recipe to create the best lemonade using fresh lemons and sugar.

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BEST LEMONADE EVER



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This is a very refreshing drink!

Provided by Jo

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Lemonade Recipes

Time 4h35m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ¾ cups white sugar
8 cups water
1 ½ cups lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1 cup water. Bring to boil and stir to dissolve sugar. Allow to cool to room temperature, then cover and refrigerate until chilled.
  • Remove seeds from lemon juice, but leave pulp. In pitcher, stir together chilled syrup, lemon juice and remaining 7 cups water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 6.1 mg, Sugar 35.8 g

PERFECT LEMONADE (REAL LEMONS AND SUGAR)



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Found this recipe on "simply recipes". I wanted to make lemonade from scratch, real freshly squeezed lemons and simple syrup and I came across this recipe. Made this for my 6 year old and friends' lemonade stand sales, my pitcher never came home. Turns out my friend who helped the kids with the stand, liked my lemonade better than the powdered stuff, kept my lemonade for herself! Please do adjust to taste, I think the lemons I had were more tart so I added more simple syrup.

Provided by JMigs0

Categories     Lemon

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
1 cup lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
3 -4 cups cold water

Steps:

  • Make simple syrup by heating the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan until the sugar dissolves completely.
  • While the sugar is dissolving, juice the lemons.
  • Add the juice and the sugar water to a pitcher. Add 3 to 4 cups of cold water, more or less to the desired strength.
  • Refrigerate 30 to 40 minutes. If the lemonade is a little sweet, add a little more juice.
  • Serve with ice and sliced lemons.

PERFECT LEMONADE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Remove wide strips of zest from 2 lemons with a vegetable peeler (do not remove the pith). Make 2 cups simple syrup (recipe below), adding the lemon zest before heating. Let cool, then pour into an ice-filled pitcher. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt, 2 cups each fresh lemon juice and water, and some lemon slices.
  • Simple Syrup: To make 2 cups simple syrup, bring 1 1/2cups each sugar and water to a boil, stirring until dissolved. Let cool.

PERFECT HOMEMADE LEMONADE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 15m

Yield about 2 gallons

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups sugar
4 cups fresh lemon juice
2 lemons, sliced
Ice, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat the sugar and 4 cups water until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is hot. Allow to cool, and then place into a large drink dispenser or jug. Add 2 gallons cold water, the lemon juice and lemon slices and stir to combine. Refrigerate and allow to chill completely.
  • Serve over ice.

OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE



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Ah, the taste of summer. This classic lemonade recipe is the one my mom used to make for me when I was little. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart! When using a clear pitcher, adding a few of the juiced lemon halves makes it look prettier.

Provided by EJRIPPY

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Lemonade Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 lemons
1 cup white sugar
6 cups cold water

Steps:

  • Juice the lemons to make 1 cup of juice. To make your labor easier, FIRMLY roll the lemons between your hand and counter top before cutting in half and juicing.
  • In a gallon pitcher combine 1 cup lemon juice, 1 cup sugar, and 6 cups cold water. Stir. Adjust water to taste. Chill and serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 1.3 g, Sodium 3.2 mg, Sugar 33.3 g

EASY LEMONADE



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Try our easy recipe for homemade lemonade, using fresh lemon juice and sugar. A simple classic that everyone can enjoy on a hot summer's day.

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner

Time 10m

Yield Makes about 1.25 litres

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 unwaxed lemons, roughly chopped
140g caster sugar
1l cold water

Steps:

  • Tip the lemons, sugar and half the water into a food processor and blend until the lemon is finely chopped.
  • Pour the mixture into a sieve over a bowl, then press through as much juice as you can. Top up with the remaining water and serve with plain ice or frozen with slices of lemon and lime.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 37 grams sugar, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium

PERFECT LEMONADE RECIPE



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The secret to perfect lemonade is to start by making sugar syrup, also known as "simple syrup". Dissolving the sugar in hot water effectively disperses the sugar in the lemonade, instead of having the sugar sink to the bottom.

Provided by soadhachami

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup sugar (can reduce to 3/4 cup)
1 cup water (for the simple syrup)
1 cup lemon juice
3 -4 cups cold water (to dilute)

Steps:

  • Make simple syrup by heating the sugar and water in a small saucepan until the sugar is dissolved completely.
  • While the sugar is dissolving, use a juicer to extract the juice from 4 to 6 lemons, enough for one cup of juice.
  • Add the juice and the sugar water to a pitcher. Add 3 to 4 cups of cold water, more or less to the desired strength. Refrigerate 30 to 40 minutes. If the lemonade is a little sweet for your taste, add a little more straight lemon juice to it.
  • Serve with ice, sliced lemons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.9, Fat 0.1, Sodium 5.5, Carbohydrate 36.1, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 34.3, Protein 0.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemons: Fresh lemons provide the best flavor for lemonade. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but the flavor will be less bright and citrusy.
  • Choose the right type of sugar: granulated sugar is the most common type of sugar used in lemonade, but you can also use other types of sugar, such as brown sugar or honey. Brown sugar will give your lemonade a slightly molasses-like flavor, while honey will give it a floral flavor.
  • Adjust the sweetness to your taste: The amount of sugar you add to your lemonade is a matter of personal preference. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Use filtered or spring water: Tap water can sometimes have a strange taste that can affect the flavor of your lemonade. Using filtered or spring water will help to ensure that your lemonade tastes its best.
  • Let your lemonade chill before serving: Chilled lemonade is more refreshing than warm lemonade. You can chill your lemonade in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight.
  • Add ice cubes or frozen fruit to your lemonade: Ice cubes or frozen fruit can help to make your lemonade even more refreshing. You can also add other ingredients to your lemonade, such as mint leaves or slices of cucumber.

Conclusion:

Lemonade is a classic summer drink that is easy to make and enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and refreshing lemonade that will quench your thirst and satisfy your sweet tooth. So next time you're looking for a refreshing drink, give lemonade a try.

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