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Homemade Lemonade for Two

This Homemade Lemonade for Two couldn't be easier to make and is everything summer lemonade should be, bright, crisp, sweet, and just the perfect level of tart.

Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 102 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Special Equipment
  • Citrus juicer optional but nice to have
Lemonade
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • 2 ⅔ cup filtered water divided, plus more to taste*
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice (2 to 3 medium lemons)
  • mint leaves for garnish optional

Instructions

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  1. In a small pot, combine sugar and ⅔ cup of the water. Bring to a simmer and stir until sugar is dissolved.
  2. In a small pitcher or 1-quart jar, combine the sugar water, 2 cups of water and lemon juice. Stir together. Add more water if needed until lemonade is just a little sweeter than your preferred level of sweetness.
  3. Pour over a glass of ice and enjoy!

Notes

  • *As written, this recipe makes a lemonade that is very sweet and meant to be served over a tall glass of ice. Make sure to add water to taste!
  • Approximate nutritional information is for 4 servings. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 102kcal (5%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 102

% Daily Value*

Calories 102kcal 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.