SPIKED LEMONADE

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Rum gives a tropical addition to this fabulous homemade lemonade. If you have vodka on hand, try that instead of the rum. -Susan Hein, Burlington, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/4 cups sugar
5 cups water, divided
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1-3/4 cups lemon juice
1 cup light rum or vodka
6 to 8 cups ice cubes
GARNISH:
Lemon slices

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the sugar, 1 cup water and lemon zest. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 4 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in lemon juice and remaining water. Pour into a 2-qt. pitcher; refrigerate until chilled. , Stir in rum. For each serving, place 3/4 to 1 cup ice in a Collins or highball glass. Pour lemonade mixture into glass. Garnish with lemon slices as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Nadirkhan Sahel
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This is the best spiked lemonade recipe I've ever tried.


Seithati Mabuya
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It makes it so easy to entertain.


Asanda Mkhwanazi
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This drink is perfect for a party or get-together.


THE BEST BOY
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. Thanks for sharing!


Emmanuel Luka
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it tastes amazing.


karylle ann L. domingo
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I love the addition of the mint. It adds a nice refreshing flavor.


sk tousif
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This is my go-to recipe for spiked lemonade. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


elaina
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This drink is a great way to use up extra lemons.


Alanys Kylee
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I'm not a fan of sweet drinks, so I cut back on the sugar and it was still delicious.


Alishba Naz M. Hanif
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This is the perfect drink for a hot summer day.


Joe Lupin
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I was surprised at how well the vodka and lemonade flavors complemented each other.


Rabby Kh
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I love that this recipe uses fresh lemons. It makes the lemonade so much more flavorful.


Apourbo Nath
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This drink is dangerous! It goes down so smooth, but it'll sneak up on you.


Promise Tardoo
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This recipe is so easy to follow. I'm not much of a cook, but I was able to make this without any problems.


King videos
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I made this for a friend's baby shower and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


asif thahim
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This spiked lemonade was a hit at my summer party! It was refreshing, flavorful, and had just the right amount of alcohol.