Peach Lemonade

Recipe Details

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 30

Chill Time: 2

Total Time: 2 35

Servings:

Calories: 146kcal

Cost: $4

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Course: Beverage

Cuisine: American, Summer

Keyword: homemade lemonade, peach drink, peach lemonade, summer drink

Ingredients

3 cups fresh peaches about 6 ripe peaches, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest about 2 lemons
1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds depth of flavor
1 cup granulated sugar for sweetness
6 cups cold water divided into 2 cups for cooking and 4 cups for mixing
1 cup fresh lemon juice about 4-5 lemons, freshly squeezed
Ice optional, for serving

For garnishing:

lemon slices for garnish
fresh peach slices for garnish
fresh mint for garnish

Directions

In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh peaches, lemon zest, vanilla extract, sugar, and 2 cups of cold water. Heat over medium heat, but do not let it come to a boil.
Cook the mixture for about 15-25 minutes, or until the peaches soften enough to be easily mashed. The cooking time may vary depending on the ripeness of the peaches.
Mash the peaches using a masher or wooden spoon, breaking them down into a pulp.
Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely in the refrigerator for about 2 hours. This allows the flavors to fully infuse.
Once cooled, strain the peach mixture through a fine mesh strainer, discarding the solids (or set them aside for another use).
Pour the fresh lemon juice, the remaining 4 cups of cold water, and ice into the strained peach mixture.
Stir everything together until well combined, and pour into glasses. Garnish with lemon slices, fresh peach slices, or mint, and serve chilled.

Notes

This homemade peach lemonade is the perfect combination of sweetness and tartness. Serve it chilled with fresh fruit garnishes for a delightful summer treat!

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