Description
A refreshing and nostalgic glass of classic State Fair Lemonade made with fresh lemons, sweetened to perfection, and served ice-cold for the ultimate summer sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 to 8 medium fresh lemons (about 1 cup of juice)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 5 cups cold water
- Ice cubes, as needed
- Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over low until the sugar is fully dissolved to create a simple syrup.
- Juice the lemons until you have about 1 cup of juice. Strain out any seeds and pulp for a smoother drink.
- Pour the simple syrup into a large pitcher, then add the lemon juice.
- Stir in the remaining 4 cups of cold water. Mix well and taste. Adjust sweetness or tartness as desired.
- Add ice to the pitcher or individual glasses just before serving.
- Garnish with fresh lemon slices if desired, then serve chilled.
Notes
- Roll lemons before juicing to release more juice.
- Use Meyer lemons for a naturally sweeter flavor.
- Add mint, berries, or cucumber for a twist.
- Chill the lemonade for at least an hour before serving for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop (for syrup)
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg