Description
Learn how to make peach lemonade at home with this easy recipe! This refreshing peach lemonade is a perfect summer drink—ideal for anyone craving flavored lemonade, strawberry peach lemonade, or even peach mango lemonade. With fresh squeezed lemonade as the base, this nonalcoholic beverage is one of the best peach beverages for your drink recipe collection.
Ingredients
To create this delicious Peach Lemonade, you will need the following ingredients:
- 4 ripe peaches: Juicy and sweet, they will form the base of your drink. Consider using local, seasonal peaches for the best flavor.
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice: About 4-6 lemons should do the trick; this adds a bright tartness to balance the sweetness of the peaches.
- 1 cup sugar: You can adjust this to taste or substitute with honey or a sugar alternative like stevia for a healthier twist.
- 4 cups water: This will dilute the mixture and make it wonderfully refreshing.
- Ice cubes: To serve chilled.
- Fresh mint leaves (optional): For garnish, adding a hint of freshness and color.
Feel free to experiment with slightly unripe peaches for a more tart flavor or opt for frozen peaches if fresh ones are out of season; they can also introduce a smoother texture!
Instructions
Begin by washing and slicing the peaches. To remove the skin easily, you can blanch them in boiling water for 30 seconds and then dunk them in ice water. This makes peeling a breeze.
In a blender, combine the sliced peaches with 2 cups of water. Blend until smooth. If you prefer texture in your lemonade, pulse until you achieve your desired consistency while still maintaining some peach bits.
In a large pitcher, combine the blended peach mixture with the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the remaining 2 cups of water. Stir thoroughly.
Gradually mix in the sugar, tasting as you go to achieve your perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. If you’re substituting with a natural sweetener, gradually add until you reach your desired taste.
Let your Peach Lemonade sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully and makes for a more refreshing drink.
Serve your Peach Lemonade over ice for a refreshing delight. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a vibrant touch.
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 49g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g