Gelatin Free Sweet Classic Lemonade
Bright, tangy, and endlessly refreshing, this homemade lemonade is the kind of drink that makes any afternoon feel like a special occasion. Every sip delivers that perfect balance of sweet and sour, built from nothing more than fresh lemons, sugar, and water — completely clean and straightforward. For anyone navigating hidden additives in packaged beverages, making lemonade from scratch is a genuinely satisfying solution, since you control every single ingredient that goes into the pitcher. The simple syrup comes together in just a few minutes on the stovetop, and once it cools, the whole drink is just a matter of stirring and tasting. A fine-mesh strainer keeps the juice silky smooth, and the garnish of lemon slices and fresh mint makes it look like something you'd pay too much for at a café. It's easy to scale up for a crowd or keep in the fridge for a few days of cold, citrusy sipping.
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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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