Peach Lemonade
Peach lemonade is a delicious and refreshing beverage that combines the sweetness of peaches with the tanginess of lemons. It's the perfect summer drink!
Servings: 8
Calories: 96kcal
Equipment
- saucepan
- large pitcher
- slotted spoon
- fine mesh strainer
- citrus juicer
Ingredients
- 6 cups of water divided
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 cups of sliced peaches frozen or fresh
- 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
- Fresh lemon and peach slices for garnish
Instructions
- To a medium saucepan, add 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and sliced peaches. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Strain the peach syrup through a fine mesh sieve, pressing down on the peaches to get all of the juice. Allow the peach syrup to cool.
- To a large pitcher, add lemon juice, peach syrup, and 5 cups of water. Stir well.
- Serve over ice and garnish with fresh fruit slices.
Notes
- You can juice lemons ahead of time so it that the lemon juice is ready when you are.
- To maximize the juice from a lemon, microwave the fruit on high for 20 to 30 seconds or until warm. Let cool before juicing
- For best flavor, use ripe juicy peaches and fresh lemon juice.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
Calories: 96kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 0.3mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 25g | Calcium: 0.3mg | Iron: 0.01mg