Description
Beat the summer heat with this refreshing Peach Lemonade Drink that combines the sweetness of ripe peaches with the tartness of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Perfect for a backyard BBQ or a lazy afternoon by the pool, this easy-to-make beverage is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Ripe Peaches:
- 4 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice:
- 1 cup lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
Granulated Sugar:
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup, adjust to taste
Cold Water:
- 4 cups
Ice Cubes:
- As needed
Fresh Mint Leaves:
- For garnish (optional)
Lemon Slices:
- For garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Blend Peaches and Lemon Juice: In a blender, combine the peeled and sliced peaches with the lemon juice and sugar. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the Mixture: Pour the peach-lemon mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove any pulp.
- Add Cold Water: Add the cold water and stir well to combine.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill. Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.
Notes
- For a sparkling version, replace cold water with sparkling water just before serving.
- You can also add a splash of vodka or rum for an adult twist.
- Adjust sugar based on the sweetness of your peaches and personal preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
