Description
This refreshing Peach Lemonade Drink combines the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with the tangy zest of freshly squeezed lemons, perfect for cooling down during hot summer days. Blended and strained to achieve a smooth texture, this homemade peach lemonade is lightly sweetened and served chilled with ice and optional garnishes of peach slices and mint leaves.
Ingredients
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Peach Lemonade Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Peach slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Wash Peaches: Wash the peaches thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or residue.
- Slice and Pit Peaches: Slice the peaches in half and remove the pits carefully.
- Cut Peach Halves: Cut the peach halves into smaller slices to make blending easier.
- Blend Peaches: Place the sliced peaches into a blender, optionally adding a tablespoon of water for a smoother texture. Blend on high speed until smooth, about 30 seconds to a minute.
- Strain Peach Puree: Pour the blended peach mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl or pitcher, using a spatula to press and extract as much juice as possible, removing pulp and skins.
- Extract Lemon Juice: Roll the lemons on the countertop and then squeeze to extract about 1 cup of juice. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds and pulp.
- Sweeten Lemon Juice: In a separate pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice with granulated sugar, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add Cold Water: Pour 4 cups of cold water into the lemon-sugar mixture and stir thoroughly to combine.
- Incorporate Peach Puree: Pour the strained peach puree into the lemonade base and gently stir until fully incorporated.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the peach lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired, or dilute with additional water if too tart.
- Chill: Cover the pitcher and refrigerate the peach lemonade for at least 1-2 hours to allow flavors to meld and chill properly.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled peach lemonade over the ice to about three-quarters full.
- Garnish: Garnish each glass with fresh peach slices and mint leaves if desired, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust sugar level according to the sweetness of your peaches and personal preference.
- Straining the peach puree removes fibrous bits and creates a smoother drink but can be skipped for a more rustic texture.
- For an extra refreshing touch, add a few sprigs of mint leaves while chilling the lemonade.
- This drink can be made a few hours ahead and kept refrigerated for up to 24 hours.
- Use ripe peaches for optimal sweetness and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
