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Published: Apr 8, 2021 · Modified: Apr 8, 2021 by Kathy · This post may contain affiliate links

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

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A glass filled with lemonade with a slice of a lemon floating on the top.

The most refreshing drink of all times - fresh squeezed lemonade. Made with just freshly squeezed lemons, sugar and water. 

Whip up a batch of this refreshing beverage in just 5 minutes!

A glass filled with lemonade with a lemon slice floating on top.
Table of Contents
Why make this recipe
Key ingredients
Step by step directions
Recipe tips
Recipe Faqs
More refreshing beverages
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

Why make this recipe

Fresh squeezed lemonade is the only way to go. For me nothing, but fresh squeezed will do.

It only takes a cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice so as long as you have access to fresh lemons, this beverage can be made year round.

Many recipes call for making a simple syrup by heating the sugar and the water together. I have a shortcut version.

I mix the lemon juice and sugar together first. Once the sugar has fully dissolved, you add the water. This saves time and you don't have to wait for the simple syrup to cool.

A bowlful of squeezed lemon halves.

Key ingredients

Fresh lemons next to a small white bowl filled with sugar.

You just need fresh lemons, granulated sugar and water! That's it!

Step by step directions

  • Squeeze lemons
  • Combine lemon juice and sugar. Stir until sugar is dissolved. This may take a minute or two. It's okay to let it sit for a minute and come back to it and stir again.
  • Add water and stir
  • Serve over ice with a lemon slice for garnish
  • A glass measuring cup filled with lemon juice.
  • A glass pitcher filled with lemon juice.

Recipe tips

  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice. Bottled lemon juice just doesn't have the same taste.
  • Taste before serving. I like my lemonade a bit on the tart side, but you may want it a bit sweeter.
  • If you are adding ice to the pitcher of lemonade before serving, reduce the amount of water added.
  • Unused lemonade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week

Recipe Faqs

How many lemons do I need for a cup of lemon juice?

It depends on your lemons, but plan on 5-8 lemons. Lemons vary in size and in the amount of juice they have.

Can I make with limes instead of lemons?

Yes, you can substitute limes and make limeade. Increase the amount of sugar to one cup.

Lemon slices on a cutting board next to a glass of lemonade.

Whip up a batch of this refreshing beverage and then sit back, sip and relax!

More refreshing beverages

You might also want to try these nonalcoholic drinks:

  • Raspberry Lemonade
  • Sparkling Limeade
  • Sparkling Peach Tea
A glass of lemonade and a bowlful of lemons on a white board.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear about it! Leave a comment below and snap a picture and tag me on Instagram @beyondthechickencoop

Check out all my delicious beverages!

  • Sparkling Limeade
  • Sparkling Lemon Peach Tea
  • Moscow Mule
  • Elderberry Vodka

This recipe was originally posted in June 2016. The photos have been updated as well as the recipe tips and directions. Enjoy!

A glass filled with lemonade and a lemon slice.

Fresh Squeezed Lemonade

Kathy
Fresh squeezed lemonade
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Course Beverage
Cuisine American
Servings 2 quarts
Calories 70 kcal

Equipment

  • Lemon Juicer
  • Measuring Cups
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice (4-6 lemons)
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 2 quarts water
  • lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Mix lemon juice and sugar together. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
  • Add water and stir.
  • Serve over ice with lemon slices (if desired)

Notes

Recipe Tips:
  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice. Bottled lemon juice just doesn't have the same taste.
  • Taste before serving. I like my lemonade a bit on the tart side, but you may want it a bit sweeter.
  • If you are adding ice to the pitcher of lemonade before serving, reduce the amount of water added.
  • Unused lemonade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 11mgPotassium: 28mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. David @ Spiced says

    April 09, 2021 at 4:16 am

    5 stars
    Great tip about mixing the lemon juice and sugar together first - that way you can adjust the strength of the lemonade to your personal tastes. This recipe has me ready for summer!!

    Reply
  2. Fred G says

    March 23, 2019 at 5:23 pm

    5 stars
    Fresh lemons make a great drink

    Reply
  3. Kate @ Framed Cooks says

    July 01, 2016 at 4:31 am

    You know, I don't have a great basic lemonade recipe (and now I do) - my fave is half lemonade, half iced tea! Hello, Summer!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 02, 2016 at 6:31 am

      My dad loves that combination too!

      Reply
  4. Miriam @londonkitchendiaries.com says

    July 01, 2016 at 1:21 am

    Homemade lemonade just tops everything 🙂 It is so easy to make and yet so delicious - the perfect summer drink! I hope we will get a little bit of summer soon as it is still raining every day here in London. 🙂

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 02, 2016 at 6:32 am

      I hope you get some warm summer days soon!

      Reply
  5. Kaylene @ The Links Site says

    July 01, 2016 at 1:12 am

    I agree I love homemade lemonade! It's got me dreaming of the warmer weather because we are in the middle of winter here in Australia!

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 02, 2016 at 6:33 am

      Brrrr....keep warm! Maybe enjoy a glass of cold lemonade by the fire. Or my mom always likes hot lemonade. Just heat up a cup and it will warm you through!

      Reply
  6. Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen says

    June 30, 2016 at 11:49 am

    Wow this looks so yummy and indulgent! Lemonades are the best summer drinks to quench the thirst. Love that you used freshly squeezed lemon juice.

    Reply
    • Kathy says

      July 02, 2016 at 6:34 am

      They are the best on really hot summer days!

      Reply
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