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Old Fashioned Lemonade

Old Fashioned Lemonade: Refreshingly Simple Summer Bliss

Enjoy the classic taste of Old Fashioned Lemonade, a perfect blend of sweetness and tanginess for summer refreshment.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemonade
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice Juice from about 5-6 fresh lemons
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste
  • 4 cups cold filtered water
Optional Garnishes
  • to taste fresh mint leaves
  • to taste lemon wheels

Equipment

  • Citrus juicer
  • large pitcher
  • measuring cup
  • wooden spoon
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Old Fashioned Lemonade
  1. Juice the fresh lemons and extract about a cup of lemon juice.
  2. Combine the lemon juice and granulated sugar in a large pitcher and stir until sugar dissolves.
  3. Mix in cold filtered water, stirring until well blended.
  4. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Serve over ice in tall glasses, garnished with mint leaves and lemon wheels.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 31gSodium: 1mgSugar: 30gVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh lemons and adjust sweetness according to your taste. Chill before serving for a refreshing drink.

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