Seeds Free Classic Lemonade
There is something undeniably refreshing about a glass of homemade lemonade, and this from-scratch version is the real deal. Bright, tangy, and perfectly balanced with a silky simple syrup, it tastes like summer in a glass. One smart step here is straining the fresh-squeezed juice through a fine-mesh strainer, which removes any seeds and pulp so every sip is completely smooth — no stray bits to worry about. That makes it a naturally clean choice for anyone avoiding seeds, with zero substitutions or workarounds needed. The simple syrup comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop, and from there it's just a matter of stirring, tasting, and adjusting to your liking. Served over ice with a few lemon slices and fresh mint, it looks as good as it tastes and is endlessly easy to scale up for a crowd.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
For the lemonade
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–8 lemons)
- 3 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool for 15 minutes.
- 2
While the syrup cools, juice the lemons and strain the juice through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove seeds and pulp.
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