Mustard Free Classic Watermelon Lemonade
Sweet, juicy watermelon and bright fresh lemon juice come together in a drink that tastes like the best version of summer you've ever had. The blended watermelon gets strained through a fine-mesh sieve, leaving you with a silky, vibrant juice that mixes beautifully with the homemade simple syrup and citrus. Every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward — fresh fruit, sugar, water, and lemon — so there's absolutely nothing hiding in the glass that shouldn't be there. For anyone navigating condiment allergies, a refreshing drink like this is a genuinely worry-free option since it's built entirely from whole, natural ingredients. Poured over ice and finished with a sprig of mint and a lemon slice, it looks stunning on a table without requiring any extra effort. Make a big pitcher for a backyard gathering or keep it in the fridge for a few days of easy, on-demand sipping.
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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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