Fructose Free Vegan Peach Lemonade with Fresh Mint
Ripe summer peaches and freshly squeezed lemon juice come together in a drink that tastes like the best version of a backyard afternoon. The peaches are simmered down into a silky homemade syrup, which means you control exactly what goes in — no mystery additives, no high-fructose corn syrup hiding in a store-bought mix. Granulated sugar is used in a modest amount to coax out the peach flavor, making this a far gentler option for anyone managing fructose sensitivity compared to drinks sweetened with fruit juice concentrates or honey. Muddled fresh mint adds a cool, herbal lift that makes every sip feel a little more special without introducing any problematic ingredients. The lemon juice brings brightness and balance, and the whole thing comes together in one pitcher with minimal fuss. It's the kind of drink you'll want to keep on rotation all season long.
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4 servings
For the peach simple syrup
- 2 medium peaches, pitted and roughly chopped
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
For the lemonade
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- 3 cups cold water
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly packed
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 lemon slices (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped peaches, sugar, and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the peaches soften and begin to break down, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 20 minutes. Pour through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl or measuring cup, pressing the peach solids firmly with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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