Homemade Lemonade Concentrate
This easy lemonade concentrate recipe is made using 4 simple ingredients and is perfect for making quick, refreshing drinks all summer long. Make ahead and store in the fridge or freezer.
3 cups
Ingredients
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar
- 2 cups Filtered or Spring Water
- 2 cups Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 2 tsps Lemon Zest
Instructions
- Whisk together the sugar and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil, and simmer just until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove saucepan from heat and allow to cool slightly.
- Whisk the lemon juice and lemon zest into the simple syrup.
- Allow to cool to room temperature.
- Keep concentrate in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for 3 months.
To Make Lemonade
- By the Cup: Mix 1/4-1/2 cup concentrate into 3/4 cup cold water. By the Pitcher: Mix 1 cup concentrate into 32 ounces (4 cups) cold water.
- Add ice cubes, a few lemon slices, and a sprig of mint if you like. You can also swap the water for sparkling water for a fizzy treat!
Notes
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- Freshly squeezed lemon juice makes all the difference in this recipe. It's brighter, cleaner, and gives your concentrate that real lemonade flavor you can’t get from a jar.
- Make sure to zest your lemons before juicing, it's almost impossible to do once you've squeezed them.
- Roll whole lemons on the counter with the palm of your hand to help release more juice before cutting.
- Pour the concentrate into ice cube trays for individual servings which is great for adding to sparkling water, iced tea, or cocktails.
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 34gSodium: 1mgSugar: 33gVitamin C: 30mg
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