Description
This Refreshing Peach Lemonade is a perfect summer drink combining the sweet, ripe flavor of peaches with the bright zest of fresh lemons. Blended to perfection and lightly sweetened, it offers a cool, invigorating beverage ideal for hot days or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups filtered water (divided)
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Puree Peaches: In a blender, puree the sliced peaches until smooth. For a silkier texture, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve.
- Juice Lemons: Juice the lemons until you have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- Make Sugar Syrup: In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of water with the sugar over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, mix the peach puree, fresh lemon juice, cooled sugar syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well until all components are fully combined.
- Serve: Pour the peach lemonade over glasses filled with ice cubes. Garnish with mint leaves or lemon slices if desired for an extra refreshing touch.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar based on your sweetness preference or substitute with honey or agave nectar for a different flavor.
- For a smoother lemonade, strain the peach puree before mixing.
- Add sparkling water instead of still water for a fizzy version.
- Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator before serving to enhance the refreshing experience.
- Use ripe peaches for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
