Pink Lemonade
Description
This classic Pink Lemonade is the perfect balance of tart lemon juice and sweet grenadine, creating a visually striking and delicious beverage. Ideal for hot summer days, picnics, or casual gatherings, it offers a refreshing twist on traditional lemonade. The natural sweetness of the grenadine pairs beautifully with the sharp citrus notes, resulting in a smooth, thirst-quenching drink. Simple to prepare with just a few ingredients, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that requires no cooking, just fresh squeezing and stirring. Serve it chilled over ice for the best experience.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large pitcher, combine the sugar and a small amount of warm water to create a simple syrup, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
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Add the fresh lemon juice and the remaining cold water to the pitcher.
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Pour in the grenadine syrup (or red food coloring) and stir thoroughly until the mixture is a uniform pink color.
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Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar syrup if desired.
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Serve immediately over ice cubes in glasses.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 150.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.1g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.4mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 39.7g14%
- Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
- Sugars 33.7g
- Protein 0.2g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Taste preferences vary regarding sweetness. You may wish to adjust the amount of sugar or grenadine to suit your palate.
For a stronger lemon flavor, use freshly squeezed juice rather than bottled.
If you do not have grenadine, you can use red food coloring for the color and adjust sweetness with additional sugar.
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