Ingredients
Scale
6–8 large lemons
1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups cold water
Ice cubes
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Juice 6-8 lemons into a jug using a handheld press or citrus juicer
In a large pitcher, stir 1 cup sugar into 1 cup warm water until fully dissolved
Add remaining 3 cups cold water and lemon juice
Chill in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes
Pour over ice and add mint leaves before serving
Notes
Use cold water to preserve lemon zest; adjust sugar amount to taste
For a lighter version, substitute half the sugar with honey or agave
Add 1/2 cup strained strawberries or 1/4 cup fresh mint for flavor variations
Store unused servings in airtight containers for up to 3 days
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: High Protein Snacks
- Method: Cold
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 oz (350ml) glass
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 40g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg