Recipe
Classic Homemade Lemonade
A bright, homemade lemonade made with fresh lemon juice, sugar and chilled water, balanced between sweet and tart for pitchers, picnics and summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Method
10 mins prep10 mins total
Put the sugar and 250ml of the water in a small saucepan and warm gently, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Cool the syrup.
Squeeze the lemons and strain the juice into a large jug. Stir in the cooled syrup and the remaining cold water.
Taste and adjust the balance if needed, then chill thoroughly. Serve over ice with lemon slices.
Notes
Taste the finished lemonade before chilling and adjust with a little extra water or sugar if the lemons are particularly sharp.
About this recipe
This classic lemonade starts with freshly squeezed lemons and a simple sugar syrup, so the sweetness blends smoothly into the drink rather than settling at the bottom.
Serve it well chilled over ice for a refreshing glass, or make a pitcher ahead for warm-weather lunches, garden parties and family gatherings.
