Seed Oil Free Orange Cinnamon Lemonade
Bright, citrusy, and just a little unexpected, this lemonade gets its warmth from a homemade cinnamon-maple syrup that takes only minutes to pull together on the stovetop. Fresh-squeezed lemon and orange juice do all the heavy lifting here — no concentrates, no mystery additives, just real fruit flavor that tastes like sunshine in a glass. The whole thing gets blended with ice until slushy and frothy, giving it a texture that feels more like a treat than a basic drink. Because every ingredient is whole and straightforward, you never have to second-guess what's in it — a real win when so many store-bought beverages and flavored syrups sneak in refined oils or questionable additives. The maple syrup brings a gentle, rounded sweetness that plays beautifully against the tartness of the lemon, while the cinnamon adds just enough spice to make it feel special. Strain it into a pitcher, pour over ice, and finish with a citrus slice for a drink that looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the cinnamon-maple syrup
- ½ cup maple syrup
- ½ cup water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
For the lemonade
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–7 lemons)
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 3 medium oranges)
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- lemon or orange slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup, 1/2 cup water, and cinnamon sticks in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3–4 minutes, until the mixture is fragrant and lightly infused with cinnamon. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool for 15 minutes, then discard the cinnamon sticks.
- 2
Add the cooled cinnamon-maple syrup, lemon juice, orange juice, cold water, and ice cubes to a blender. Blend on high for 20–30 seconds, until the ice is fully crushed and the drink is uniformly slushy and frothy.
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