Description
A refreshing and vibrant Pink Lemonade recipe that’s easy to make in just 10 minutes. This classic summer beverage combines fresh lemon juice, sweet simple syrup, water, and a splash of grenadine for a lovely pink hue and delightful flavor. Perfect for serving at parties or cooling down on a hot day.
Ingredients
Scale
Pink Lemonade Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups lemon juice (about 6 lemons)
- 1 cup simple syrup
- 6 cups water
- 2 cups ice (plus more for serving)
- 1-2 teaspoons grenadine syrup
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a large pitcher, add the 2 cups of ice, freshly squeezed lemon juice, simple syrup, and water. Stir well to combine the ingredients thoroughly and chill the mixture.
- Add Grenadine: Gradually pour in 1 to 2 teaspoons of grenadine syrup into the pitcher while mixing continuously until you achieve the desired pink color and taste balance.
- Serve: Pour the pink lemonade into glasses filled with about 1/3 cup of ice each. Serve immediately while cold and refreshing.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of simple syrup to suit your taste.
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor and vibrant color.
- Grenadine adds sweetness and color—add slowly to avoid overpowering the lemonade.
- For a fizzy version, substitute water with sparkling water.
- Keep the lemonade chilled and consume within a day for optimal freshness.
