Description
Flag Day Fresh Lemonade is the quintessential summer drink, capturing the essence of sunny days with its sweet and tangy flavor. This refreshing beverage is easy to make and perfect for any gathering, from backyard barbecues to casual family dinners. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a delicious pitcher that will keep everyone cool and satisfied. Whether you stick to the classic recipe or add a twist with mint or berries, this lemonade is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 cups filtered water
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and cut the lemons in half; juice them until you have 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- In a pitcher, combine 1 cup hot water with 1 cup sugar; stir until dissolved.
- Add 3 cups of cold water and the freshly squeezed lemon juice; mix well.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired by adding more sugar or water.
- Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg