Pork Free Sweet Classic Lemonade
There is something undeniably satisfying about a glass of lemonade made entirely from scratch, and this classic version delivers that bright, refreshing flavor that no bottled mix can touch. It starts with a quick homemade simple syrup that dissolves cleanly into the juice, giving you a smooth, perfectly balanced drink without any grainy sweetness. Fresh-squeezed lemons are the real star here — straining the juice through a fine-mesh sieve keeps things silky and clean in every sip. The beauty of this recipe is how easy it is to dial in to your own taste, adding a little more water or syrup until it hits exactly the right note of tart and sweet. Served over ice with lemon slices and a sprig of fresh mint, it looks as good as it tastes. Whether you're pouring it for a backyard gathering or just a quiet afternoon, this is the kind of simple, wholesome drink that never needs anything extra to shine.
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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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