Refreshing Peach Lemonade Summer Recipes
Let me tell you, nothing hits the spot on a hot afternoon quite like this refreshing peach lemonade. I mean, when the sun feels like it’s giving you a personal spotlight, this drink saves the day. I usually make a double batch because one glass? Not happening. It’s that good.
I started playing around with this recipe after a farmers’ market run left me with a bag full of peaches and zero plan. This blend of juicy peaches, zippy lemon juice, and just the right touch of sweetness feels like summer in a glass. No syrupy nonsense, just honest-to-goodness fruit flavor.
Whether you’re sipping this with your feet in the kiddie pool or passing out glasses at your family BBQ, it’s the kind of easy, crowd-pleasing drink you’ll want to keep on repeat all summer long. So let’s get into it and make your porch-sippin’ dreams a reality.
Servings: 6 glasses
Ingredients
- 4 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Peach or lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Add sliced peaches and 1 cup of water to a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove the pulp.
- Stir in the lemon juice and honey (or sugar) until combined.
- Add the remaining cold water and stir well.
- Serve over ice with peach or lemon slices and mint, if you’re feelin’ fancy.