Lactose Free Classic Watermelon Lemonade
Bright, juicy, and refreshingly tart, this watermelon lemonade is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel like a celebration. The base is blended fresh watermelon strained into a smooth, vibrant juice, then balanced with real lemon juice and a homemade simple syrup — no shortcuts, no artificial anything. Since every ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, there's nothing to swap or second-guess, which makes it just as easy to serve to a crowd as it is to whip up for yourself. The simple syrup comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop, and you can dial the sweetness up or down depending on how tart your lemons are. Poured over ice and finished with a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon slice, it looks like something you'd pay too much for at a fancy brunch spot. Keep a pitcher in the fridge and it's ready whenever the craving hits.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
For the lemonade
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about ½ small watermelon)
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- 1 ½ cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool for 10 minutes.
- 2
Add the watermelon cubes to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
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