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Homemade Peach Lemonade

Delightfully Fruity Homemade Peach Lemonade for Summer Sips

This Homemade Peach Lemonade is a refreshing twist on a classic drink, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemonade Base
  • 4 medium Fresh Chopped Peaches Adds natural sweetness and fruity flavor.
  • 4 cups Cold Water 2 cups reserved for cooking.
  • 0.5 cups Sugar Start with and adjust to taste.
For the Zing
  • 1 cup Fresh Lemon Juice Use freshly squeezed for best flavor.
For Serving
  • Ice Essential for serving.
  • Fresh Mint (optional) Fragrant garnish.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • pitcher
  • Fine Mesh Sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Chop the Peaches: Wash the peaches, remove pits, and chop them while keeping skins intact.
  2. Cook the Mixture: In a saucepan, combine peaches, 2 cups cold water, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Cool & Strain: Allow to cool for 10 minutes, then chill in the fridge for 30 minutes and strain the syrup.
  4. Combine Ingredients: In a pitcher, stir together the chilled syrup, remaining cold water, and lemon juice.
  5. Serve Over Ice: Fill glasses with ice, pour the lemonade, and garnish with mint and peach slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 45gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Choose ripe peaches for best sweetness. Adjust sweetness to taste before serving.

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