Patriotic Lemonade

Author: Brandy O'Neill - Nutmeg Nanny

This Patriotic lemonade is traditional lemonade sweetened with simple syrup and full of fresh fruit. A refreshing, kid-friendly drink that’s perfect for hot summer days and holiday gatherings.

5 from 2 votes

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings servings

Equipment

Ingredients

For simple syrup

1-1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 cup water

For lemonade

1-1/2 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
6 cup water
2 pears peeled and chopped
1 mini watermelon peeled, sliced and cut into star shapes
3/4 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions

For simple syrup:

In a small pot add sugar and water.
Bring to a boil, stir, and once the sugar is dissolved remove from heat and set aside to cool.

For lemonade:

In a large pitcher add lemon juice, orange juice, water, and fruit.
Stir to combine.
Add simple syrup to taste. For a sweeter lemonade, you may want to add all the syrup.

Nutrition

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword fourth of july lemonade, homemade lemonade, homemade lemonade with oranges, orange and lemonade, patriotic lemonade, summertime lemonade

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