Oats Free Sweet Classic Lemonade
There is something undeniably refreshing about a glass of homemade lemonade, and this classic version delivers that perfect balance of bright, tart citrus and just enough sweetness. The secret is a quick simple syrup made from scratch, which dissolves evenly into the drink so every sip tastes consistent rather than gritty or overly sweet at the bottom of the glass. Fresh-squeezed lemon juice strained through a fine-mesh strainer keeps things clean and smooth, with none of the bitterness that can sneak in from seeds or excess pulp. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, this recipe is naturally in the clear — it's pure fruit, sugar, and water with zero hidden additives to worry about. A handful of ice, a few lemon slices, and a sprig of fresh mint turn it into something that looks as good as it tastes. It's endlessly adjustable too, so you can dial up the tartness or mellow it out depending on your crowd.
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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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