Description
This Refreshing Peach Lemonade is the ultimate summer drink! Juicy peaches and tangy lemons come together in a sweet, fruity blend that’s perfect for hot days. It’s easy to make, beautiful to serve, and guaranteed to cool you down with every sip.
Ingredients
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4 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
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1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
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3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
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4 cups cold water
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1 cup ice (plus more for serving)
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Optional: peach or lemon slices, fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
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Make the peach purée:
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In a blender, combine sliced peaches and 1 cup water. Blend until smooth.
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Strain through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother texture (optional).
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Make the lemonade:
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In a large pitcher, combine the peach purée, lemon juice, sugar, and remaining 3 cups cold water. Stir until sugar is fully dissolved.
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Add ice and chill:
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Add 1 cup of ice to the pitcher and stir again.
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Refrigerate for 1 hour if you’d like it extra cold.
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Serve:
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Pour over ice in individual glasses. Garnish with peach slices, lemon wedges, or mint leaves for a fun touch.
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Notes
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Use sparkling water instead of still water for a fizzy twist!
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You can swap sugar for honey or agave—start with 1/2 cup and adjust to taste.
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Frozen peaches work great too—just thaw before blending.