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Homemade Lemonade Recipe

This homemade Lemonade is summer in a glass. You will want to make this on repeat all summer long.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 4-6 lemons
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup hot water
  • 4 cups cold water
  • Ice for serving
  • Lemon slices for garnish optional

Instructions

  • In a pitcher, combine the sugar and hot water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  • Pour in the cold water and stir well.
  • Refrigerate until chilled.
  • Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices if desired.

Notes

Optional Add-Ins
Try adding one of these for a fun twist:
Fresh mint leaves
Sliced strawberries
Fresh raspberries
Blueberries
Cucumber slices
Peach slices
A splash of sparkling water