Easy Homemade Lemonade (3 Ingredients!
This three-ingredient Homemade Lemonade tastes like nostalgic summer in a glass–refreshingly tart, perfectly sweet, and effortlessly simple. This classic drink comes together in minutes for the ultimate thirst-quencher. Perfect for hot days, backyard picnics, or anytime you need a little sunshine in a cup!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 97kcal
Equipment
- 1 juicer
Ingredients
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 3-4 lemons)
- 3 cups water
- ¾ cup simple syrup
Instructions
- Juice your lemons: Start by rolling them firmly with your hand on a hard surface to loosen the juice. Cut them in half and juice using a juicer.
- Stir together the lemon juice and water, then add the simple syrup. Stir until combined.
- Pour over ice and serve!
Notes
Storage Directions: The lemonade can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 5-7 days.
Recipe Success Tips
- Use fresh, ripe lemons. Bottled lemon juice doesn’t do this recipe justice! Go fresh for the best flavor. You’ll taste the difference.
- Adjust flavors to taste. Everyone’s sweetness preference is different, so start with less simple syrup and add more as needed. You can also add more lemon juice for a tarter flavor or water for more balance.
- Chill before serving. Allow the lemonade to sit in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to enhance the flavors and make it extra refreshing before serving.
- Make ahead. This is a great recipe to make ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week! Or prep before parties–the lemonade will become more flavorful as the ingredients meld.
- Don’t store with ice. Add ice to your serving cups only when you’re ready to serve. Store leftover lemonade in the fridge without ice to prevent the drink from becoming diluted.
Nutrition
Serving: 1drink | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Sodium: 25mg | Sugar: 22g
