Peach Lemonade
Peach Lemonade is a refreshing and vibrant summer beverage combining the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with the bright tang of fresh lemon juice. This easy-to-make drink can be customized to your taste preferences and is perfect for cooling down on hot days or serving at any casual or festive summer occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 to 4 ripe fresh peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 1 cup)
- Water (plain or sparkling), approximately 4 cups
- Sweetener of choice (simple syrup, honey, or agave syrup), to taste
- Ice cubes, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Peaches: Wash, peel, and pit 3 to 4 ripe peaches. Slice them into chunks to make blending easier and to extract their juicy sweetness.
- Blend the Peach Puree: Place the peach chunks in a blender and pulse until smooth to create a thick peach puree. For a smoother texture, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve if desired.
- Mix the Lemon Juice and Sweetener: In a pitcher, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice with your choice of sweetener (simple syrup is recommended). Stir until the sweetener dissolves completely.
- Combine and Dilute: Add the peach puree to the lemon and sweetener mixture. Dilute with cold water or sparkling water, depending on your preference. Stir well to blend all flavors evenly.
- Chill and Serve: Add plenty of ice cubes to the pitcher or individual glasses to keep the drink refreshingly cool. Optionally, garnish with peach slices or lemon wedges for presentation.
Notes
- Use ripe peaches for optimal sweetness and flavor.
- Adjust sweetness gradually, starting with less sweetener and adding more as needed.
- Chill all ingredients before mixing to maintain a refreshing temperature without excessive ice dilution.
- Strain the peach puree for a silky smooth texture if desired.
- Experiment with adding fresh herbs like mint or basil for an herbal twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240 ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Peach Lemonade, summer drink, refreshing beverage, peach drink, lemonade, fruity drink, vegan lemonade, gluten free drink
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