Almond Free Sweet Classic Lemonade
There is something undeniably refreshing about a glass of truly homemade lemonade — bright, tangy, and just sweet enough to make you close your eyes on the first sip. This version starts with a proper simple syrup, which dissolves evenly into the juice so you never get that gritty sugar at the bottom of the glass. Fresh-squeezed lemons are strained to keep things silky smooth, and the whole pitcher comes together with nothing more than sugar, water, and citrus. For anyone navigating nut allergies, this is the kind of recipe that's naturally in the clear — every single ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. The optional mint and lemon slices turn a humble drink into something that looks genuinely gorgeous on a table or at a backyard gathering. It's also easy to tweak to your taste, adding a little more water for a lighter sip or leaning into the syrup for something more indulgent.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
For the lemonade
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–8 lemons)
- 3 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool for 15 minutes until it reaches room temperature.
- 2
Juice the lemons through a fine-mesh strainer set over a measuring cup until you have 1 cup of strained juice, discarding any seeds and pulp.
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