Refreshing Homemade Peach Lemonade – Sweet, Tangy & Perfect for Summer
Cool off with this Refreshing Homemade Peach Lemonade—a deliciously sweet and tangy drink made with fresh peaches and zesty lemons. Perfect for summer parties, backyard gatherings, or a refreshing treat anytime. Easy to make, naturally fruity, and absolutely thirst-quenching!
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
- Pitcher
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Knife and cutting board
- Optional: fine mesh sieve for smooth puree
Ingredients
- 4–5 ripe peaches, peeled and pitted
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
- ½–¾ cup sugar, honey, or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- 4–5 cups cold water (or 3 cups water + 1–2 cups sparkling water)
- Ice cubes
- Optional garnishes: peach slices, lemon wheels, fresh mint
Optional variations:
- ½ cup mixed berries for peach-berry lemonade
- 1–2 tsp grated ginger or ginger syrup for peach-ginger lemonade
- Fresh mint leaves for peach-mint lemonade
- Frozen peaches for slushies
Instructions
- Prepare Peach Puree: Wash peaches, remove pits, and peel if desired. Blend until smooth. For textured lemonade, pulse lightly.
- Juice Lemons & Sweetener: Squeeze lemons to extract juice. Mix with sugar, honey, or agave to create simple syrup.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, stir together peach puree, lemon juice, sweetener, and cold water. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Chill or Serve Over Ice: Refrigerate for 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice.
- Optional Sparkling Version: Add sparkling water just before serving and stir gently.
- Garnish & Serve: Float peach slices, lemon wheels, and mint in the pitcher or individual glasses.
Notes
- Fruit Selection: Use ripe, fragrant peaches for maximum natural sweetness and flavor.
- Sweetness Control: Adjust sugar or honey after mixing with water to avoid over-sweetening.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator; best consumed within 2–3 days.
- Flavor Enhancements: Add mint, basil, or ginger for a unique twist.
- Frozen Slushies: Blend peach lemonade with ice cubes for a frosty summer treat.