Best Old Fashioned Lemonade Recipes

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OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE



Old-Fashioned Lemonade image

Ah, the taste of summer. This classic lemonade recipe is the one my mom used to make for me when I was little. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart! When using a clear pitcher, adding a few of the juiced lemon halves makes it look prettier.

Provided by EJRIPPY

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Lemonade Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 lemons
1 cup white sugar
6 cups cold water

Steps:

  • Juice the lemons to make 1 cup of juice. To make your labor easier, FIRMLY roll the lemons between your hand and counter top before cutting in half and juicing.
  • In a gallon pitcher combine 1 cup lemon juice, 1 cup sugar, and 6 cups cold water. Stir. Adjust water to taste. Chill and serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 1.3 g, Sodium 3.2 mg, Sugar 33.3 g

OLD-FASHIONED PINK LEMONADE



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This is a wonderfully refreshing drink. Serve in pitchers garnished with mint leaves and orange or lemon slices.

Provided by Tonni Padgett

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Punch Recipes     Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups white sugar
9 cups water
2 cups fresh lemon juice
1 cup cranberry juice, chilled

Steps:

  • In large pitcher combine sugar, water, lemon juice and cranberry juice. Stir to dissolve sugar. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.5 calories, Carbohydrate 39.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.8 mg, Sugar 36.8 g

OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE



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This sweet-tart lemonade is a traditional part of my Memorial Day and Fourth of July menus. Folks can't get enough of the fresh-squeezed flavor. -Tammi Simpson, Greensburg, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/3 cups sugar
5 cups water, divided
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1-3/4 cups lemon juice (about 10 large lemons)

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar, 1 cup water and lemon zest. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and remaining water; refrigerate until cold. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

OLD-FASHIONED LEMON VERBENA LEMONADE SYRUP



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Pull up a hammock, select a good book and make a jug of this cooling lemonade to refresh you as you gently sway and wile away the long, hot hours! A simple zingy lemonade syrup that is added to water to dilute and is compulsory for hot, humid days! Lemon Verbena is one of my favourite herbs and is a welcome addition to my walled herb garden here in France. The syrup is also amazing if poured over ice creams and summer berries for a tangy citrus flavour. Add an attractive label and a sprig of lemon verbena leaves for a thoughtful summer gift.

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Beverages

Time 2h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

300 ml water
150 g sugar
2 large lemons, zest of
10 -12 lemon verbena leaves, slightly crushed in a mortar and pestle
lemon verbena leaf, to garnish

Steps:

  • Make the syrup by heating together the water, lemon zest and the sugar. Bring to a boil, take off the heat and allow to infuse until cold. Bring back to a boil and immediately add the lemon verbena leaves. Take off the heat and allow to infuse until cold.
  • Strain the syrup in to a bottle or jar in the fridge until needed. Discard the lemon verbena leaves.
  • To make Lemonade: Pour some syrup into a glass and add water to taste. Serve with ice and garnish with a lemon verbena leaf and a lemon slice.

OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE



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This basic recipe from Fred Thompson's cookbook, "Lemonade," starts with a simple syrup that can be made ahead and refrigerated up to a month. Having some on hand speeds up the process of making fresh lemonade.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Beverages

Time 3h

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lemons, zest of, grated
2 cups sugar
2 cups water
2 cups fresh lemon juice (about 12 lemons, with half of the rinds reserved and roughly chopped)
3 cups cold water

Steps:

  • To make the sugar syrup, in a medium saucepan combine the zest, sugar and water.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
  • Remove from the heat, cover and let steep for 15 minutes.
  • Transfer the syrup to a 2-quart pitcher.
  • Let cool.
  • Add the lemon juice, chopped lemon rinds and cold water.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Chill until very cold.
  • Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 835, Sodium 14.3, Carbohydrate 221, Fiber 1, Sugar 205.7, Protein 0.9

OLD FASHIONED LEMON BALM AND LEMON VERBENA LEMONADE SYRUP



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There are numerous recipes for lemon balm lemonade, and I have an old English recipe myself that I make regularly - but, if you find that it is sometimes a little "light" on the lemon flavour, add some lemon verbena for a super charged lemon kick! I have made this several times now and it is so refreshing and zingy, perfect for a hot summer's day. Once the syrup is made, it lasts for several weeks in the fridge, or several months in a cool dark place if you add the optional citric and tartaric acid. Serve with cold sparkling water and slices of lemon and a sprig of either lemon balm or lemon verbena.

Provided by French Tart

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time P2DT5m

Yield 2 Litres

Number Of Ingredients 6

450 g caster sugar
600 ml water
1 lemon, cut into two halves
10 large lemon verbena leaves
10 large lemon balm leaves
1/4 teaspoon tartaric or 1/4 teaspoon citric acid

Steps:

  • Place the sugar, lemon halves and water into a saucepan and heat until the sugar has completely dissolved.
  • Add the lemon verbena and lemon balm leaves and boil for 2 minutes; leave to cool. Add the citric or tartaric acid if using at this stage. Allow to cool and then cover and allow to infuse for 24 to 48 hours, depending on what strength you require. (I have left this for 3 days sometimes too, for a real lemon zing.).
  • Sieve through a fine mesh or colander, discarding the lemon halves and the herb leaves - then pour into clean and sterile bottle/s; seal tightly and store in a cool dark place for several months or in the fridge for several weeks.
  • To use: 1 part syrup to 4 parts water or sparkling water, to taste - add more for a stronger lemon flavour or less for a more delicate flavour. Add ice, a slice of lemon and some lemon balm or lemon verbena leaves as a garnish.

OLD FASHIONED HOMEMADE LEMONADE CONCENTRATE



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This recipe came from my ex-husbands great-grandmother. It is quite old and tastes great. My whole family absolutely loves it and it makes a LOT of concentrate! If you have troubles finding tartaric acid, I found it at a make your own wine store. The citric acid I find at a pharmacy.

Provided by Chef Gustival

Categories     Beverages

Time P1DT30m

Yield 11 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 ounces citric acid
1 ounce tartaric
1 ounce epsom salts
8 lemons, juice of
8 lemons, zest of, grated
5 lbs granulated sugar
3 pints boiling water

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together well.
  • Pour boiling water over mixture.
  • Stir shortly.
  • Let stand overnight.
  • Strain mixture and then bottle.
  • When you wish to drink it, add the concentrate to water to taste.

OLD FASHIONED LEMONADE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 25m

Yield approximately 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
Peel of 1 lemon, cut into strips
Juice of 6 lemons
Fresh mint sprigs and lemon slices, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan bring sugar and water to a boil, add peel and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat, bring to room temperature and strain out peel. To a 2 quart pitcher add lemon juice and 1/2 cup of the syrup and 5 cups water stir, taste, adjust ratio of water and syrup. Serve over ice garnished with a mint sprig.

OLD FASHIONED LEMONADE



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An easy Old Fashioned Lemonade recipe. Each squeezed lemon yields about 1/6 cup of juice.

Provided by Sheila Lukins

Categories     Non-Alcoholic     Fourth of July     Kid-Friendly     Lemon     Summer     Parade     Drink     Small Plates

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups fresh lemon juice (about 24 lemons), strained
8 cups water
1 cup sugar
Ice, for serving
3 lemons, thinly sliced, for serving

Steps:

  • Pour the strained lemon juice into a large container. Add water and sugar, then stir until the sugar dissolves. Pack in an insulated drink cooler or Thermos. Serve the lemonade in glasses over ice garnished with a lemon slice. Makes 3 quarts without ice.

OLD-FASHIONED LEMON BALM LEMONADE



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An old-fashioned, simple lemonade but with the extra flavor of lemon balm! Enjoyed by children and adults alike. Serve well-chilled.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 30m

Yield 1 quart of Lemonade, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 lemons
1/2 cup fresh lemon balm leaves
1/2 cup sugar
2/3 cup boiling water
2 1/2 cups water
ice (optional)
2 -3 fresh sprigs lemon balm, to decorate

Steps:

  • Scrub the lemons well. Peel the rind thinly, avoiding the white pithe, and set aside the lemons.
  • Place the lemon rind, lemon balm leaves, and the sugar into a small heat-proof pitcher. Pour the boiling water into the pitcher and stir well, crushing the lemon balm leaves to release their flavor. Leave mixture to infuse for about 15 minutes.
  • Now, cut the lemons in half and squeeze out the juice. Strain juice into a large glass pitcher, add a few fresh sprigs of lemon balm, and add the cooled, strained syrup. Top up with water or half-water half-ice, and chill until needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.3, Fat 0.3, Sodium 7, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 25, Protein 1.3

OLD FASHIONED PINK LEMONADE



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Make and share this Old Fashioned Pink Lemonade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 10m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 cup white sugar
2 1/4 cups water
1/2 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1/4 cup cranberry juice, chilled

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher combine sugar, water, lemon juice, and cranberry juice.
  • Stir to dissolve sugar.
  • Serve over ice.

OLD FASHIONED BLACK CURRANT LEMONADE



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Here is a very old recipe for Black Currant lemonade. This is sooo good. I hope that you will enjoy this wonderful drink.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Beverages

Time 35m

Yield 4 , 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 quarts fresh black currants, black, fresh
1 cup cold water, cold
1 cup white sugar, white
2 lemons

Steps:

  • (Boil the water and currants without the sugar until the fruit are soft. Sugar added too soon makes the currants tough, and they will not release their flavour.).
  • Cover the currants with 1 cup of water and boil until the fruit is soft.
  • Strain the mixture, keeping only the juice.
  • Add 1 cup of sugar to the juice and reheat.
  • Once the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened a little pour the black currant syrup into a jar and seal, allow to cool, then place in refrigerator until ready to use.
  • When ready to serve, add ice cubes and the squeezed lemon halve to the chilled glass.
  • For one serving of lemonade use equal parts syrup and equal parts cold water with juice from a half a lemon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.5, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 11.8, Carbohydrate 124.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 50, Protein 6.9

OLD FASHIONED BLACK CURRANT LEMONADE



Old Fashioned Black Currant Lemonade image

Here is a very old recipe for Black Currant lemonade. We love this flavorful lemonade, I hope that you will enjoy this wonderful drink.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories     Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 qt fresh black currants
1 c cold water
1 c white sugar
2 lemons

Steps:

  • 1. Please Note * Boil the water and currants without the sugar until the fruit are soft. Adding the sugar too soon makes the currants tough, and they will not release their flavor.
  • 2. Cover the currants with 1 cup of water and boil until the fruit is soft.
  • 3. Strain the mixture, keeping only the juice.
  • 4. Add 1 cup of sugar to the juice and reheat.
  • 5. Once the sugar has dissolved and the mixture has thickened a little pour the black currant syrup into a jar and seal, allow to cool; when cooled place in refrigerator until ready to use.
  • 6. When ready to serve, add ice cubes and the squeezed lemon halve to the chilled glass.
  • 7. For one serving of lemonade use equal parts syrup and equal parts cold water with juice from a half a lemon.

OLD-FASHIONED FRESH LEMONADE



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Summers in SW Florida can get quite oppressive, and few things are as rejuvenating as this thirst-quenching drink on a steamy afternoon. Sit back, put your feet up, and pour over ice.

Provided by Alan in SW Florida

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup boiling water
1 1/2 cups fresh lemon juice (6 to 8 lemons)
5 cups cold water
lemon slice
fresh mint sprig

Steps:

  • Stir together sugar and 1/2 cup boiling water until sugar dissolves. Stir in lemon juice and 5 cups cold water. Garnish, if desired.
  • Fresh limeade: Substitute fresh lime juice for lemon juice.

OLD FASHIONED PINK LEMONADE



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I love a tall glass of lemonade in the summertime, and adding grenadine (pomegranate syrup) is what makes it pink and extra special! Pink lemonade just tastes like summer! :D (Photo from alittleloveliness)

Provided by Kelly Williams

Categories     Non-Alcoholic Drinks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/4 cups grenadine
1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice, about 4-5 lemons
2/3-1 cup sugar
4 cups water
1 cup crushed ice

Steps:

  • 1. Mix the sugar and water in a 2-3 quart pitcher. Add the lemon juice and grenadine when the sugar is completely dissolved. Make adjustments to taste. Some people may need more sugar and lemon, or more water if the taste is too strong. Add the crushed ice and serve! (Extra lemon, if you have some, can be sliced and used to garnish the glasses if desired or just add to the pitcher.) *Note: If making for children, but sure to check the label and choose a brand that does not contain alcohol. Some do, some don't.

OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE



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Nothing says summer like a glass of ice-cold Old-Fashioned Lemonade. Our homemade simple lemonade recipe is so much easier than you think, and we'll walk you through every step of the way. Our lemonade recipe comes together in two steps and is perfect for the kids to help with. Take a peek at our Expert Tips section for how to get the most juice out of your lemons for your Old-Fashioned Lemonade. From sitting on your porch to an elevated lemonade stand, you'll make it amazing!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 cups cold water
2 cups lemon juice (8 to 10 lemons)
1 cup sugar
Ice cube
Lemon slice, if desired
Maraschino cherry with stem, if desired

Steps:

  • Mix water, lemon juice and sugar in large pitcher until sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate about 3 hours or until chilled if desired.
  • Serve lemonade over ice. Garnish each serving with a lemon slice and cherry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize About 1 Cup, Sodium 15 mg

OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE



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This is another recipe from the Anne of Green Gables cookbook. Please note that prep and cooking times may not be accurate as it has been awhile since I made it.

Provided by Psalm AKA Typo Qween

Categories     Beverages

Time 30m

Yield 14 glasses, 14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups water
1 lemon, zest of, finely grated
1 1/2 cups lemon juice
28 ice cubes
10 1/2 cups water
14 lemon slices
14 mint leaves, fresh (optional)

Steps:

  • Add sugar, water, and lemon peel to saucepan. While stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, bring mixture to boil for 5 minutes. remove saucepan from stove and let cool. Squeeze 1 1/2 cups lemon juice and add to the cooled sugar and water mixture.
  • Pour lemonade syrup into a jar and cover with lid. Syrup can be kept in refrigerator for 2-3 weeks.
  • If making the entire amount at once, in a pitcher combine the 10 1/2 cups water with all the lemonade syrup over the ice cubes and stir.
  • Place lemon slices as well.
  • **To make individual glasses**.
  • Place two ice cubes in bottom of glass. Pour 1/4 cup of lemonade syrup over ice cubes. Add 3/4 cup of cold water and stir. Place lemon slice on top and fresh mint if desired.
  • **For pink lemonade add 1.2 grenadine syrup to jar and shake**.

OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE



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This is one of the first recipes that I added to my first recipe file that was my very own, back when I was in junior high school. I have used this recipe ever since whenever I want to make that classic summertime necessity....lemonade. And it has never failed me yet.

Provided by Northwestgal

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 cups cold water
2 cups lemon juice (8 to 10 lemons)
1 cup sugar
ice cube
lemon slices (optional) or maraschino cherry (optional)

Steps:

  • To get the most juice, let lemons stand at room temperature (or microwave lemons on High for just a few seconds before squeezing them). Then roll the lemons on a counter while pushing down firmly (to break the tissues inside) to release more juice.
  • Mix water, lemon juice, and sugar in a large pitcher until sugar is dissolved.
  • Refrigerate about 3 hours or until thoroughly chilled.
  • Pour lemonade over ice cubes in a tall glass. Garnish each serving with a lemon slice and maraschino cherry.
  • NOTE - Individual tastes for sweetness vary, so feel free to adjust the sugar to suit taste preferences.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 6.2, Carbohydrate 29.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 26.5, Protein 0.2

OLD FASHIONED LEMONADE



Old Fashioned Lemonade image

A wonderful old fashioned lemonade! Refreshing!

Provided by Debbie Sue

Categories     Other Drinks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 c white sugar
1 c water (for the simple syrup)
1 c lemon juice
3 c cold water (to dilute)

Steps:

  • 1. Make a simple syrup. Place the sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. Stir so that the sugar dissolves completely and remove from heat.
  • 2. While the water is heating for the simple syrup, juice your lemons. Depending on the size of the lemons, 4 to 6 should be enough for one cup of juice.
  • 3. Pour the juice and the simple syrup sugar water into a serving pitcher. Add 3 cups of cold water and taste. Add more water if you would like it to be more diluted (when you add the ice, it will melt and naturally dilute the lemonade). If the lemonade is a little sweet for your taste, add a little more straight lemon juice to it.
  • 4. Refrigerate 30 to 40 minutes. Serve with ice. Enjoy!!!

OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE



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Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 lemons
1 cup white sugar
6 cups cold water

Steps:

  • Juice the lemons to make 1 cup of juice. To make your labor easier, FIRMLY roll the lemons between your hand and counter top before cutting in half and juicing. In a gallon pitcher combine 1 cup lemon juice, 1 cup sugar, and 6 cups cold water. Stir. Adjust water to taste. Chill and serve over ice.

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