Description
Cherry lemonade homemade is the ultimate summer refreshment, combining the juicy sweetness of fresh cherries with the zesty tang of lemons. This vibrant drink not only looks stunning in a glass but offers a delightful balance of flavors that will make every sip feel like a mini-vacation. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or simply cooling off on a hot day, this recipe is easy to whip up using simple ingredients. Serve it as a mocktail or dress it up with alcohol for an adult twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Wash and pit the cherries, then mash them in a bowl until juices are released.
- In a separate pitcher, mix lemon juice and sugar until dissolved.
- Combine mashed cherries and lemon-sugar mixture; stir well.
- Gradually add cold water and mix until combined.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving over ice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg