Hey, Reader!
We've all heard the saying β when life gives you lemons, make lemonade. I'm not normally one to take a proverb so seriously, but this is one I can get behind!
Sweet, tart and so refreshing, lemonade is a classic beverage for a reason. I can think of few things more divine than an ice-cold glass of fresh lemonade on a hot summer day!
Sure, the sickly sweet powder-based mixture was a staple at the picnics of my youth but that is not what we're talking about today. When you make lemonade at home, you use simple ingredients that taste amazing, so you can feel good about what you are drinking.
Here are some seasonal favorites you need to try:
blackberry lemonade
This easy recipe is perfectly bright in both flavor and color. Blackberry syrup is the secret to a smooth sip, infusing a punch of berry flavor that meshes perfectly with the lemon.
honey mango lemonade
Take a tropical trip with every sip of this fun and fruity drink. With fresh fruit ingredients, this honey mango lemonade is packed with vitamins, antioxidants and flavor, of course!
classic lemonade
If you want to keep things simple, classic homemade lemonade can't be beat. It's made with fresh lemons, sugar and water, giving you a glass of sweet-tart lemon flavor that's the ultimate refreshment.
peach lemonade
Peaches + lemons are a match made in heaven! With sweet and sour notes, this lemonade is pink and perfect for sharing. Adjust both the peach flavor and the sweetness to your liking!
watermelon lemonade
It doesn't get much more refreshing than watermelon lemonade! Thanks to watermelon's natural sweetness, you hardly need any added sugar for this pink drink.
Need an afternoon pick-me-up? Add some iced tea to your lemonade and you've got a classic Arnold Palmer. Tweak the recipe with your favorite type of tea, preferred sweetness level or additional flavors.
Enjoy!
βSusannah