Yeast Free Classic Watermelon Lemonade
Bright, juicy, and impossibly refreshing, 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 tart fresh lemon and a quick homemade simple syrup — no store-bought mixes, no mystery additives, just real ingredients you can see and taste. Because yeast can sneak into packaged juices, concentrates, and flavored syrups, making this entirely from scratch means you stay in full control of what goes into your glass. The simple syrup comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop, and the whole drink is stirred together in a single pitcher, making cleanup almost as easy as the prep. Served over ice with a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon slice, it looks stunning without any extra effort. It's the kind of recipe you'll want to keep on rotation all summer long.
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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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