Beat the summer heat with this refreshing homemade citrus lemonade recipe. Made with a medley of citrus fruits, this tangy and sweet drink is perfect for a backyard barbecue or picnic. Serve over ice for the ultimate summertime treat!
Ingredients
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 4 cups water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon, orange and lime slices for garnish
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- In a large pitcher, combine lemon juice, orange juice, lime juice, and the sugar syrup.
- Add remaining 3 cups of water to the pitcher and stir well to combine.
- Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 1 hour to chill.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the citrus lemonade over the ice.
- Garnish with lemon, orange, and lime slices. Serve and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Lemons, oranges, and limes are all packed with vitamin C, making this citrus lemonade a healthy choice for a summer drink.
Homemade lemonade tastes much fresher and brighter than store-bought versions, thanks to the use of freshly squeezed citrus juices.
You can customize this recipe by adjusting the sugar levels to suit your taste preferences.