Peach Lemonade: A Refreshing Homemade Summer Drink
A vibrant blend of ripe peaches and fresh lemon juice, this homemade peach lemonade offers a sweet-and-tart balance with a smooth, slightly pulpy texture. Perfect for sipping on a warm day or sharing at gatherings, it captures the essence of summer.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
- 1.16 lb peaches, peeled and chopped (approximately 3 large peaches or 2 cups chopped)
- 2 cups water (for syrup)
- 1/2 cup sugar (or brown sugar, honey, or sugar-free alternatives like erythritol or stevia)
- 1/3 cup lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 3 cups water (plain, sparkling, coconut water, or a mix)
- Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- Peach slices, for garnish (optional)
- Mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
- Ice cubes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Combine chopped peaches, 2 cups water, and sugar in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring to dissolve sugar.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes until peaches soften and release juice.
- Cool the syrup to room temperature (~30 minutes), then strain through a fine sieve or cheesecloth, pressing to extract liquid. Discard solids or save for later use.
- Juice 2 lemons to get 1/3 cup lemon juice. Strain if desired.
- In a pitcher, mix 1 cup peach syrup, lemon juice, and 3 cups water. Taste and adjust sweetness with more syrup if needed.
- Serve chilled over ice, garnished with lemon and peach slices, or mint.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Notes
Use ripe, juicy peaches for best flavor.
For less sweet versions, halve the sugar quantity or use sugar substitutes.
Sparkling water adds effervescence; coconut water can enhance tropical notes.
Stir and strain syrup thoroughly to remove peach solids.
Adjust syrup-to-water ratio based on your preferred tartness or sweetness.
For less sweet versions, halve the sugar quantity or use sugar substitutes.
Sparkling water adds effervescence; coconut water can enhance tropical notes.
Stir and strain syrup thoroughly to remove peach solids.
Adjust syrup-to-water ratio based on your preferred tartness or sweetness.