Refreshing Peach Lemonade Drink (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Fruit
01 -
4 ripe peaches, chopped
→ Sweetener
02 -
120 to 180 grams granulated sugar
→ Juice
03 -
240 milliliters freshly squeezed lemon juice
→ Liquid
04 -
1.4 liters water
→ Others
05 -
Ice cubes
06 -
Optional: peach slices, lemon wheels, fresh mint leaves for garnish
# Instructions:
01 -
Combine chopped peaches, granulated sugar, and 475 milliliters water in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until peaches soften and sugar dissolves.
02 -
Blend the peach mixture using an immersion blender or transfer to a blender until completely smooth.
03 -
Strain the peach puree through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract maximum juice. Discard the remaining pulp and allow the syrup to cool fully.
04 -
Add freshly squeezed lemon juice and the remaining 1.1 liters of water to the cooled peach syrup. Stir well, taste, and adjust sweetness or tartness with additional sugar or lemon juice if desired.
05 -
Pour over ice and garnish with optional peach slices, lemon wheels, or fresh mint leaves for a refreshing presentation.
# Notes:
01 -
Adjust sugar quantity based on peach sweetness. For enhanced peach flavor, substitute some water with peach nectar. Ensure peach syrup is fully cooled before adding lemon juice to avoid bitterness. A pinch of salt can enhance overall sweetness.