Fresh Peach Lemonade
Nothing is more refreshing than a glass of lemonade. Add in some summer peaches and you have heaven in a glass with this peach lemonade recipe.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 188kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- 1 ½ cups water
- 4 peaches pitted and sliced
- 2 cups fresh lemon juice
- 6 cups water
Instructions
- Combine sugar, 1 ½ cups water and peaches in a large skillet. Bring to a boil and simmer 5 minutes. Set aside to cook.
- Transfer peaches and liquid to a blender and purée.
- In a large pitcher(2 quarts) combine lemon juice, peach purée, and water. Stir to combine.
- Pour into glasses over ice.
Notes
Fresh Peach Lemonade Q&A
How long does peach lemonade last?
This will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days. Stir before serving.
What is it called lemonade and not lemon juice?
Lemonade originated in 1630 in Paris. Lemonade is called “lemonade” and not “lemon juice” like “orange juice”; because it is a mixture of lemon juice, sugar and water, while orange juice is generally just the juice from an orange.
Is lemonade hydrating?
Sour drinks are linked to salivation which helps hydration. So yes, lemonade does help hydration.
Nutrition
Serving: 8oz | Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 206mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 248IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg