Refreshing Lemon Squeeze Drink (Printable View)
A bright and tangy lemon beverage made with fresh juice, sugar, and served chilled over ice.
# Ingredient List:
→ Main
01 - 4 large lemons, juiced (approximately 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice)
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar, adjust to taste
03 - 3 cups cold water
04 - 1 cup ice cubes
→ Optional Garnishes
05 - Lemon slices for serving
06 - Fresh mint sprigs
# How to Make It:
01 - In a pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice and granulated sugar. Stir until sugar is fully dissolved.
02 - Add cold water to the lemon mixture and stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
03 - Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemon mixture over the ice.
04 - Optionally garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- It feels like sharing a secret with a friend when you realize how simple fresh lemon juice, sugar, and water come together to create pure refreshment
- This became a favorite because it’s easy to adjust sweetness and tanginess depending on the mood and occasion
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- Freshly squeezed lemon juice is the game-changer-you won't get this bright flavor from bottled juice
- Adjust the sugar little by little because lemons vary in tartness and you want that perfect balance
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- Always taste as you go-you can’t fix it if it’s too sour or too sweet after the fact
- Use a manual citrus juicer-it extracts maximum juice without bitter pith flavors