Description
Experience the essence of summer with Refreshing Peach Lemonade, a vibrant and invigorating non-alcoholic drink that perfectly marries the sweet notes of ripe peaches with the zesty tang of fresh lemons. This homemade beverage is not only a fantastic thirst-quencher for sunny afternoons but also a delightful addition to any gathering or picnic. With its beautiful presentation, customizable sweetness, and simple preparation, this recipe makes it easy for anyone to enjoy a refreshing taste of summer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 large ripe peaches (about 3 pounds)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for peach puree)
- 1/2 cup water (for peach puree)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (for peach puree)
- 1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice (from 8–10 medium lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for simple syrup)
- 1 cup water (for simple syrup)
- 4–6 cups cold water (to dilute)
- Fresh peach slices, lemon wheels, mint sprigs, and ice cubes for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Peaches: Wash, pit, and dice the peaches. In a medium saucepan, combine diced peaches with sugar, water, and lemon juice. Simmer over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes until soft.
- Make Puree: Mash the peaches and strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large bowl to create a smooth puree. Allow it to cool.
- Prepare Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine sugar and water; heat until dissolved. Cool completely.
- Prepare Lemonade Base: Juice the lemons to yield about 1½ cups of juice. Strain out seeds/pulp and mix with cooled simple syrup in a pitcher.
- Assemble: Add the cooled peach puree to the lemonade base. Stir in cold water gradually until desired sweetness is reached.
- Chill & Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving over ice with garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg