Fresh Lemonade Recipe

On a hot summer day there is nothing like a cold glass of lemonade. Many people opt for powder lemonade, but I'm here to let you know that you can have fresh lemonade in the same amount of time. This 3 ingredient lemonade is so refreshing and easy to make you won't bother spending money on the powder stuff anymore. With just a few cups of water, some sugar, and lemon juice you can have fresh lemonade. You can also spice up this recipe by adding some chopped mint leaves or basil. I love how simple and easy it is to make this recipe. I hope you enjoy this taste drink as much as I do.

Ingredients for your

You don't need that many items to make this recipe, but here is a quick list below for your convenience. You’ll need these three ingredients to make your lemonade. You will also need a pitcher and a large spoon to stir for this recipe. Here’s your shopping list!

• 4-5 Lemons for Juicing or store bought lemon juice

• Sugar

• Water

• Any herbs like mint or basil is you would like to take this recipe to the next level

Tips for the best Lemonade!

Making lemonade is easier than you would think. I'm here to give you all the tips and tricks to make the perfect lemonade for the summer.

• Do I need all of this sugar : You can reduce the amount of sugar in this recipe if you would like. However it will make your lemonade more tart. I would recommend adding the amount of sugar you like and taste it. If it’s too tart add more sugar. You would do the same thing is it’s not sweet enough for you. Just taste and add more sugar as needed.

• Can I use a sugar alternative : Yes you can! You can easily sub the sugar for your favorite sugar alternative like Stevia or Splenda.

• Do I have to squeeze all these lemons : Using fresh squeezed lemon juice will taste better. However bottled lemon juice from the store works just fine and will still make a wonderful lemonade.

• Can I add things to flavor the lemonade : You sure can! You can add mint leaves, basil, or strawberry juice to turn this lemonade into something new and refreshing. If using fresh mint or basil you will need to bruise the leave before putting them into the lemonade and stir. As the leave sit in the lemonade the flavor will increase.

Yield: 6

Author: Brittanie Owens

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Fresh Lemonade Recipe

On a hot summer day there is nothing like a cold glass of lemonade. Many people opt for powder lemonade, but I'm here to let you know that you can have fresh lemonade in the same amount of time.

Prep time: 15 MinTotal time: 15 Min

Ingredients

• 1 c Lemon Juice (Fresh squeezed or bottled)
• 1 c Sugar
• 5 c Cold Water
• Mint or Basil for extra flavor (Optional)

Instructions

1. Combine the water, lemon juice, and sugar together.
2. Stir the lemonade until all the sugar is dissolved.
3. If you want to add mint or basil to add some extra flavor you will need to bruise the leaves to release the flavor and then stir it into the lemonade. The longer the mint or basil sits in the lemonade the stronger the flavor will be.
4. Refrigerate until cold and serve

Hi I’m Brittanie

Baking is my love language, and the kitchen is where I feel most at home. I find joy in creating recipes from scratch—experimenting with flavors, textures, and ingredients until something magical comes together. Whether it's the perfect flaky pie crust or a new twist on classic cookies, I love sharing that joy with others. For me, baking isn’t just about sweets (though I’m always down for a warm brownie); it’s about creativity, connection, and a little bit of everyday magic.