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Refreshing Peach Lemonade

A refreshing summer drink made with ripe peaches and fresh lemon juice, perfect for hot days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drink, Refreshment
Cuisine: American, Summer
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces ripe peaches, pitted and sliced Use the ripest ones available.
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice Approximately 4-6 lemons.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 4 cups filtered water Sparkling water can be used for a twist.
  • as needed cups Ice cubes For serving.
Simple syrup
  • 1 cup water For making simple syrup with sugar.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Blend sliced peaches until smooth. Strain if desired.
  2. Juice the lemons to obtain about 1 cup of lemon juice.
  3. In a saucepan, heat 1 cup of water with the sugar until dissolved to create simple syrup. Let it cool.
Assembly
  1. In a large pitcher, combine peach puree, lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, and remaining 3 cups of cold water. Stir well.
  2. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
  3. Fill glasses with ice and pour the lemonade over. Garnish as desired.

Notes

Use ripe peaches for the best flavor, and chill the pitcher before serving for optimum refreshment. Store leftovers in the fridge, stirring before serving again.