How to Make Lemonade From Lemon Juice Concentrate

Add lemon slices for a better appearance and flavor.

The array of powdered drink mixes on the market may make you opt for convenience over taste, but lemonade made from real lemon juice has a more intense, fresher flavor. With lemon juice concentrate you can make a homemade lemonade tailored to your tastes without the hassle of juicing lemons. If you're concerned about calories and sugar, you can substitute the sugar with low-calorie sweetener.

Things You'll Need

• 2 qt. pitcher
• 1 cup lemon juice from concentrate
• 3/4 to 1 cup (or to taste) sugar or sugar substitute
• 6 1/2 cups cold water
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 lemon (optional)

Instructions

1. Pour 3/4 cup of sugar or granulated sugar substitute into your 2 qt. pitcher. You can always add more later if it is too tart, but start with 3/4 cup.

2. Shake the container of lemon juice concentrate before using. Pour 1 cup of juice into the pitcher.

3. Add 6 1/2 cups cold water and mix thoroughly. Taste. If necessary, add up to 1/4 cup sugar (or more, depending on your preference).

4. Add 1 cup of ice cubes and stir.

5. Pour into tall serving glasses or tumblers.

Tips & Warnings

• Serve immediately and store any leftover lemonade in the refrigerator. Add four or five thick slices of lemon to the mixture for better appearance and flavor.

• If you add lemon slices to your lemonade, wash the lemons well beforehand to avoid food-borne illnesses.

References

• ReaLemon

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish
• Old-fashioned Lemonade
• Perfect Lemonade