Turmeric Free Orange Cinnamon Lemonade
Bright citrus flavors collide in this refreshing slushy drink that feels like a warm-weather treat and a cozy spiced sipper all at once. Fresh-squeezed lemon and orange juice form the tangy backbone, while a homemade cinnamon-maple syrup adds warmth and a gentle sweetness that store-bought lemonade simply can't match. The whole thing gets blended with ice until frothy and slushy, then strained smooth for a texture that's somewhere between a lemonade and a frozen cocktail-hour drink. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally sourced, there's no need to scan labels or second-guess what's hiding in a premade mix. The cinnamon-maple syrup comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop and makes the whole kitchen smell incredible before you've even touched the blender. It's easy to tweak to your taste — a little extra lemon juice sharpens it up, a splash more water mellows it out. Serve it over ice with a citrus slice on the rim and it 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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