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Iced Lemonade with Lemon Slices and Mint in a Garden Setting – Refreshing Summer Drink

The Ultimate Guide to Making Iced Lemonade – Refreshing Recipes and Tips

A refreshing and tangy iced lemonade, perfect for hot summer days. This classic beverage is made with fresh lemon juice, sweetener, and chilled water. It’s simple to make, customizable with added flavors, and ideal for picnics, barbecues, or relaxing afternoons. The perfect drink to beat the heat!

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6-8 glasses

Ingredients

  • 6-8 fresh lemons (for about 1 cup of lemon juice)

  • 1 cup of white sugar (or your preferred sweetener)

  • 5 cups of water

  • Ice cubes (as needed)

  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

  • Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Juice the Lemons: Cut the lemons in half and juice them until you have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.

  2. Make Simple Syrup: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. This will create a simple syrup.

  3. Combine Lemon Juice and Syrup: In a large pitcher, mix the fresh lemon juice with the simple syrup.

  4. Add Water: Pour in the remaining 4 cups of cold water and stir to combine.

  5. Add Ice: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade over the top.

  6. Serve and Garnish: Optionally, garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a healthier version, you can use honey, stevia, or agave syrup instead of white sugar.

  • To prevent the lemonade from becoming too watered down, freeze extra lemonade or lemon slices in ice cubes to use as ice cubes for your drink.

  • Customize the flavor with additional fruits like strawberries, blueberries, or cucumbers

  • Author: Alexander Jai
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required)
  • Category: Beverages, Non-Alcoholic Drinks, Summer Drinks
  • Method: No-cook, Simple Syrup, Mixing
  • Cuisine: American, Refreshing Summer Beverage
  • Diet: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 glass (about 8 oz)
  • Calories: Approximately 120 calories per serving (with white sugar)
  • Sugar: 25 grams of sugar (with white sugar, can vary if using alternative sweeteners)
  • Sodium: 1 mg
  • Fat: 0 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 0 grams
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0 grams
  • Trans Fat: 0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 30 grams
  • Fiber: 1 gram (from lemons)
  • Protein: 1 gram
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Keywords: Iced Lemonade, Fresh Lemonade, Summer Drink, Refreshing Drink, Lemonade Recipe, Non-Alcoholic Summer Drinks, Homemade Lemonade, Healthy Lemonade, Lemon Beverage