Macadamia Free Classic Watermelon Lemonade
Few drinks capture the feeling of summer quite like a cold glass of watermelon lemonade, and this one is as vibrant and refreshing as it gets. Blended seedless watermelon is strained into a silky, jewel-toned juice, then balanced with bright fresh lemon and a homemade simple syrup that lets you dial the sweetness exactly where you want it. The result is a pitcher drink that looks stunning and tastes even better — tart, sweet, and deeply fruity all at once. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-reading stress or worry about hidden additives sneaking into your glass. Garnished with fresh mint and lemon slices, it's the kind of drink that disappears fast at backyard gatherings, brunches, or just a lazy afternoon on the porch. Make a big batch, keep it chilled, and pour freely.
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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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