Description
Cooling Memorial Day homemade lemonade bursting with citrus is your go-to refreshment for summer gatherings. This delightful beverage combines zesty lemons, sweet oranges, and a hint of lime to create a thirst-quenching drink perfect for barbecues and picnics. Serve it chilled over ice for a vibrant treat that embodies sunny days, making every sip an experience filled with joy and nostalgia.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes (for serving)
Instructions
- Juice the lemons, oranges, and limes until you have the required amounts.
- In a pitcher, dissolve the sugar in 1 cup of hot water.
- Add the lemon, orange, and lime juices to the pitcher; stir gently.
- Pour in 4 cups of cold water and mix until combined.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving over ice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg