Description
Experience the nostalgic flavor of summer with this authentic State Fair-style lemonade. By utilizing a simple syrup base for perfect sweetness and a unique rolling technique to extract maximum juice from fresh lemons, this recipe creates a bold, citrus-forward beverage. It is refreshing, perfectly balanced, and guaranteed to quench your thirst on the hottest afternoons. Serve over crushed ice for the professional midway experience.
Ingredients
6 large fresh lemons (smooth skin)
1.5 cups granulated sugar
6 cups filtered water
4 cups crushed ice
Instructions
Roll each lemon firmly on a countertop to break down membranes.
Slice lemons in half and extract all juice using a citrus reamer.
Strain juice through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
Combine 1 cup of sugar with 1 cup of hot water in a carafe and whisk until clear.
Allow the simple syrup to cool to room temperature.
Mix the lemon juice, simple syrup, and remaining 5 cups of water in a pitcher.
Stir steadily for 60 seconds to combine.
Serve immediately over glasses filled with crushed ice.
Notes
Rolling the lemons before juicing increases yield by nearly 20 percent. Making a simple syrup prevents the lemonade from having a gritty texture. Adjust the sugar ratio if you prefer a more tart flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Summer Desserts
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American Summer
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg