Front-Porch Lemonade
A refreshing and tangy lemonade with a hint of citrus and optional pink hue, perfect for warm days and gatherings. This vibrant drink combines fresh lemon juice, citrus slices, and sweet syrup, making it a delightful choice for family, friends, or outdoor entertaining.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine sugar and 2 cups water in a small saucepan.
- Bring to a boil; boil for 1 minute.
- Remove from heat.
- Add sliced lime or orange.
- Cool to room temperature.
- Cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours if making ahead.
- Strain the syrup into a pitcher.
- Add 2 cups of fresh lemon juice and 5 cups of water to the pitcher.
- Pour into ice-filled glasses.
- For pink lemonade, add 2 drops of grenadine or 1 tablespoon of cranberry juice to each glass.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).