Refreshing Peach Lemonade
This Refreshing Peach Lemonade is the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and fruity flavors. Made with ripe peaches, fresh lemons, and just the right touch of natural sweetness, it’s a vibrant and cooling drink ideal for hot summer days, parties, or simply to treat yourself. Homemade peach syrup gives this lemonade a beautiful golden hue and a rich, natural peach flavor — way better than anything store-bought!
Total Time:
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Cooling Time: 30 minutes
Assembly Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: About 55 minutes
Ingredients:
For the peach syrup:
3 large ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup sugar (or use honey, agave, or maple syrup for natural sweetness)
For the lemonade:
1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 5–6 lemons)
4–5 cups cold water (adjust to taste)
Ice cubes
Peach slices and lemon slices, for garnish
Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions:
1. Make the Peach Syrup:
In a small saucepan, combine the chopped peaches, water, and sugar.
Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir occasionally and let it cook until the peaches are very soft and the mixture thickens slightly (about 8–10 minutes).
Remove from heat. Allow it to cool for about 15–20 minutes.
Once cooled, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing the peaches to extract as much liquid as possible. (You can save the leftover peach pulp for smoothies or yogurt topping!)
2. Prepare the Lemonade:
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the peach syrup, and 4 cups of cold water.
Stir well. Taste and adjust by adding more water if you prefer it less sweet or more lemon juice for more tartness.
3. Serve:
Fill glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the peach lemonade over the ice.
Garnish with fresh peach slices, lemon wheels, and mint leaves if desired.
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes & Tips:
Peach ripeness: Use ripe, juicy peaches for the best flavor. If peaches aren’t in season, you can use frozen peaches.
Make ahead: You can make the peach syrup a day in advance and refrigerate it until ready to use.
Natural sweeteners: Swap the white sugar for honey, maple syrup, or agave for a naturally sweetened lemonade.
Sparkling option: Use sparkling water instead of still water for a fizzy peach lemonade!
Serving tip: Add some frozen peach slices instead of ice cubes to avoid diluting the drink as it chills.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use frozen peaches?
Yes! Thaw them first and then proceed with the syrup-making process. Frozen peaches work wonderfully when fresh peaches are out of season.
2. How long does homemade peach lemonade last?
Stored in a sealed pitcher in the fridge, it stays fresh for up to 3 days. Stir before serving as separation can occur.
3. Can I make this sugar-free?
Definitely. You can sweeten the lemonade with stevia, monk fruit sweetener, or leave it unsweetened if your peaches are very sweet naturally.
4. Can I use bottled lemon juice?
Freshly squeezed lemon juice is highly recommended for the best taste, but in a pinch, bottled lemon juice can work — just ensure it’s 100% pure lemon juice without additives.
5. What can I do with the leftover peach pulp?
Don’t throw it away! Stir it into yogurt, oatmeal, or smoothies for extra flavor and fiber.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 90 kcal
Protein: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 20g
Fat: 0g
Sodium: 5mg
Potassium: 140mg
Vitamin C: 35% DV
Calcium: 1% DV
Iron: 1% DV
This Refreshing Peach Lemonade is an easy, all-natural, homemade drink that tastes like summer in a glass! Fresh peaches, tart lemons, and just enough sweetness make this a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.