A refreshing, fruity twist on traditional lemonade, Peach Lemonade combines the tartness of lemons with the sweet, juicy flavor of peaches. Perfect for summer parties, picnics, or just a relaxing day, this drink is both thirst-quenching and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 4-5 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
- 1/2 cup sugar (or more to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and peach slices, for garnish
Directions
- Prepare the Peach Puree:
- In a blender, combine the sliced peaches and a bit of water (about 1/2 cup). Blend until smooth, creating a peach puree. You can add more water if the mixture is too thick.
- Make the Lemonade:
- In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, sugar, and cold water. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
- Mix in the Peach Puree:
- Add the peach puree to the lemonade and stir well. If you prefer a more concentrated peach flavor, feel free to add more peach puree.
- Serve:
- Fill glasses with ice cubes, then pour the peach lemonade over the ice. Garnish with lemon slices and peach slices for an extra touch of color and flavor.
- Enjoy:
- Refresh yourself with this naturally sweet, peach-infused lemonade!
Tips:
- For a Sparkling Version: Replace some of the cold water with sparkling water for a fizzy twist.
- Make it a Cocktail: Add a splash of vodka or rum to turn this into a fun, alcoholic beverage.
- Adjust Sweetness: If peaches are particularly sweet, you may not need as much sugar. Always taste before adding more.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
Peach Lemonade
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: Fruit Beverage
Description
A bright and refreshing drink that perfectly balances the sweet, juicy flavor of ripe peaches with tangy lemonade. This beverage has a beautiful peachy-pink hue and offers a perfect blend of fruit-forward sweetness and citrus brightness.
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 6-7 lemons)
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 cups ice cubes, plus more for serving
- Optional garnish: peach slices, lemon wheels, fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- In a blender, puree the sliced peaches until smooth
- In a large pitcher, combine sugar and 1 cup of hot water, stir until sugar dissolves
- Add lemon juice and peach puree to the pitcher
- Pour in remaining 3 cups of cold water
- Stir well to combine
- For a smoother drink, strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve (optional)
- Add ice cubes to the pitcher
- Serve in glasses filled with ice
- Garnish as desired
Notes
- Can use frozen peaches when fresh aren’t in season
- For a fizzy version, substitute part of the water with sparkling water
- Make it adults-only by adding 1 oz of vodka or bourbon per serving
- Can use honey or agave nectar instead of sugar
- For best flavor, use ripe, fragrant peaches
- Can be made ahead and stored in refrigerator
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240ml)
- Calories: 90-110 calories per serving