Sip on a glass of cold, tangy American Lemonade on a hot summer day with this easy recipe. Made with freshly squeezed lemons, sugar, and water, this classic drink is sure to quench your thirst and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 6-8 lemons
- 1 cup sugar
- 6 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
Directions
- Roll the lemons on a countertop to release their juices. Cut the lemons in half and juice them using a citrus juicer.
- In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar, and cold water. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved.
- Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or lemon juice.
- Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 1 hour to chill.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled lemonade over the ice.
- Garnish with lemon slices before serving.
- Enjoy your homemade American Lemonade!
Interesting Facts
Lemonade is believed to have originated in ancient Egypt around the 12th century.
Lemonade stands are a popular summer tradition in the United States, often run by children to earn extra money.