Description
Cool summer days find new zest with homemade peach lemonade, blending sweet Georgia peaches and tart fresh-squeezed lemons into a perfectly balanced drink. Quick and simple preparation lets you enjoy this refreshing beverage within minutes, making it an ideal companion for warm afternoon relaxation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits:
- 3 peaches, peeled and chopped
Sweeteners:
- 3/4 cup (170 grams) sugar
Liquids:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) fresh lemon juice (about 8 lemons)
- 5 cups (1.2 liters) water
Instructions
- Craft a succulent peach syrup by gently heating chopped peaches with sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat for 5-7 minutes.
- Softly mash the peaches during cooking to release their natural sweetness and aromatic essence.
- Remove the peach mixture from heat and allow it to cool completely, enabling the flavors to intensify.
- Strain the cooled peach mixture through a fine mesh strainer, pressing firmly to extract maximum juice and capture the vibrant peach essence.
- Transfer the strained peach syrup into a large pitcher and incorporate freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Pour in the remaining water, creating a harmonious blend of fruity and citrus notes.
- Thoroughly mix the lemonade to ensure even distribution of flavors.
- Chill the pitcher in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the ingredients to marry and develop a refined taste profile.
- When ready to serve, pour over abundant ice cubes to create a refreshingly cool beverage.
- Optional: Garnish with fresh peach slices or mint leaves for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Adjust sugar levels based on peach sweetness and personal preference, tasting as you go to create perfectly balanced flavor.
- Use ripe, in-season peaches for maximum natural sweetness and vibrant color in the lemonade.
- For a lighter version, substitute honey or agave syrup instead of refined sugar to reduce calories and add subtle depth.
- Strain the peach mixture thoroughly to ensure a smooth, pulp-free texture that’s refreshing and easy to drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Mocktails
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 64 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg