Fresh Squeezed Country Lemonade
A refreshing drink using fresh squeezed lemon juice. Can be served warm or chilled.
Equipment
- Pitcher
- Saucepan
- Lemon Press
Ingredients
- 6-8 Medium Lemons
- 1.5 cups White Sugar
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
- Place water and sugar in saucepan over medium heat until dissolved. Remove from heat.
- Slice lemons in half and juice by hand or with lemon press. 6-8 lemons will yeild 1.5-2 cups of juice
- Combine simple syrup and lemon juice in medium pitcher and fill with water
- Serve Chilled
Notes
Creating the simple syrup will dissolve the sugar. Sugar will not dissolve in cool water
I typically squeeze my lemons by hand or with a juicer