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Peach Lemonade Recipe

A refreshing peach lemonade made with homemade peach syrup, fresh lemon juice, and cold water. Sweet, tangy, and perfect for hot summer days or casual gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 169
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Peaches: 3–4 washed, pitted, and diced
  • Granulated Sugar: 1 cup
  • Water: 4 ½ cups divided
  • Fresh Lemon Juice: 1 cup about 6 lemons
  • Ice: As needed
  • Fresh Peach Slices: For garnish
  • Fresh Lemon Slices: For garnish

Equipment

  • Saucepan: For cooking the peaches into syrup
  • Blender or Food Processor: For smoothing things out (carefully)
  • Pitcher: Big enough for all that lemonade goodness
  • Knife: For cutting peaches and lemons
  • Cutting Board: Preferably stable
  • Strainer (Optional): If you want a smoother drink

Method
 

  1. Prep the Peaches: Wash, pit, and dice them. Skin on is fine. Less work, more flavor.
  2. Make the Syrup: Add peaches, sugar, and ½ cup water to a saucepan. Cook over medium heat until soft, bubbly, and syrupy (about 7–8 minutes).
  3. Blend Carefully: Transfer the hot mixture to a blender. Cover with a towel (seriously) and blend until smooth.
  4. Strain (Optional): If you want it silky, strain out the solids. If not, keep it rustic.
  5. Cool It Down: Let the syrup cool completely. Hot lemonade is not the goal.
  6. Mix the Lemonade: In a pitcher, combine peach syrup, lemon juice, and 4 cups cold water.
  7. Add Ice and Garnish: Toss in ice, peach slices, and lemon slices.
  8. Stir and Serve: Give it a good mix and pour yourself a glass immediately.