Mix classic lemonade with berry, peach, or mint syrups. Ideal for parties, easy and refreshing for groups.
# What You Need:
→ Lemonade
01 - 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 10–12 lemons)
02 - 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
03 - 10 cups cold water
04 - Lemon slices, for garnish
05 - Mint sprigs, for garnish
06 - Ice cubes
→ Strawberry Syrup
07 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and chopped
08 - 1/2 cup water
09 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
→ Blueberry Syrup
10 - 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
11 - 1/2 cup water
12 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
→ Mint Syrup
13 - 1 cup water
14 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
15 - 1 cup fresh mint leaves
→ Peach Syrup
16 - 1 cup peaches, peeled and chopped (fresh or frozen)
17 - 1/2 cup water
18 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
# Directions:
01 - Combine freshly squeezed lemon juice and granulated sugar in a large pitcher. Stir thoroughly until the sugar is fully dissolved. Add cold water and mix until well combined. Chill in the refrigerator prior to serving.
02 - For each fruit syrup, place the fruit, sugar, and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat; then reduce to a simmer for about 10 minutes. Gently mash the fruit to release juices during simmering. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean jar, discarding solids. Allow syrup to cool before use.
03 - Combine water and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and add mint leaves. Steep for 15 minutes, then strain into a jar. Cool before serving.
04 - Arrange chilled lemonade in a beverage dispenser. Prepare each syrup in labeled bottles or jars. Set out lemon slices, mint sprigs, ice cubes, and glasses for guests.
05 - Pour lemonade into a glass and add ice. Stir in preferred syrup (approximately 1–2 tablespoons per glass). Garnish with fresh lemon slices or mint as desired.
