Classic Lemonade
Lemonade is, without a doubt, one of the most refreshing beverages in existence. It is the absolute go-to drink during the hot summer months and an undisputed staple in coastal regions. There is simply nothing more delicious than an ice-cold lemonade to combat the scorching heat of the day!
The secret to this lightning-fast 5-minute recipe is offering two distinct preparation methods. You can go the traditional route by simply squeezing the juice, or you can use the wildly popular Colombian blender method—blending the whole limes (skin included!) to extract maximum essential oils, resulting in a beautifully frothy and intensely aromatic drink.
Lemonade
The ultimate thirst quencher! A refreshing, ice-cold lemonade prepared exactly to your liking, with either a traditional or a frothy blended method.
Ingredients
- 2 Limes or Lemons Limones verdes
- 8 cups Water Preferably very cold
- Sugar to taste
- Ice to taste
Instructions
Option 1 (The Traditional Squeezed Method)
- Squeeze the citrus: The very first step is to cut the limes in half. Squeeze the juice thoroughly into a large pitcher or container, making sure to remove any seeds.
- Mix and serve: Once you have extracted all the fresh juice, pour in the 8 cups of cold water and add sugar to your personal taste. Stir vigorously until the sugar is fully dissolved. Finally, add plenty of ice and serve!
Option 2 (The Frothy Blended Method)
- Prep the limes: Cut the whole limes (leaving the green skin/rind on!) into small cubes or quarters, making sure to carefully remove and discard all the seeds to prevent bitterness.
- Blend the base: Place the lime chunks into a blender along with 4 cups of the cold water and your desired amount of sugar. Blend on high until you achieve a homogeneous, highly frothy liquid.
- Strain and dilute: Immediately pass the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove the pulp and rinds. Add the remaining 4 cups of water to the strained juice and mix well.
- Serve: Pour into large glasses filled to the brim with ice and enjoy this wonderfully aromatic, frothy lemonade!
Notes
- PH Balance: Lemon/lime juice is highly praised for helping to balance the body’s pH levels, which in turn helps prevent illnesses and generates a massive boost of natural energy throughout the day.
- Skin Health: This fruit is fantastic for maintaining healthy skin. Thanks to its incredibly high antioxidant properties, it helps diminish dark spots and actively kills the bacteria that cause acne breakouts.
- Healing Properties: Packed with Vitamin C, this simple beverage helps wounds heal significantly faster, aids in reducing inflammation from bumps or injuries, and is even considered a great natural aid for reducing stress!
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