Description
Indulge in the ultimate summer refreshment with this homemade cherry lemonade. A perfect blend of sweet cherries and zesty lemons, this vibrant drink is not only visually stunning but also incredibly easy to make. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a quiet afternoon, this delightful beverage will transport your taste buds to sunny days. Chill out and sip your way through summer with this deliciously refreshing treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- 4 large lemons, juiced (about 1 cup)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups filtered water (adjust for strength)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Wash and pit the cherries, then blend them until smooth. Strain to remove solids.
- Squeeze the lemon halves to extract juice (you’ll need about 1 cup).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine strained cherry puree, sugar, and 1 cup of water. Stir until the sugar dissolves and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- In a large pitcher, mix the cherry syrup with lemon juice and remaining cold water based on desired strength.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving over ice. Garnish with mint leaves or lemon slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg