How to Make 1 Glass of Lemonade?
Summer days are here, and what could be more refreshing than sipping on a glass of Lemonade? In this article, we will take a step-by-step approach on How to make 1 glass of lemonade?. With ease and simplicity, we’ll guide you through the most basic recipe to make an authentic glass of lemonade.
What You Will Need:
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 3-4 tablespoons of lemonade mix (or the equivalent of 1 tbsp sugar and 1 tbs honey)
- Freshly squeezed water (6-8 oz)
- Ice cubes (optional but recommended)
- Fresh strawberries or mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Let’s get started!
<Step 1: Gather Ingredients!>
Before we delve into the process, have all the necessary ingredients available. Make sure you wash your hands thoroughly before handling and preparing the ingredients.
| h Ingredients | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Half Lemon | 1 piece | |
| Lemonsade Mix | 3-4 tbsp | Alternatively, 1 tbsp of sugar and 1tbsp of honey |
| Fresh Water | 6-8 oz |
Step 2: Squeeze the Lemon for Juice!
Slice the lemon in half vertically and juice it using a juice squeezer or cheesecloth. Make sure to squeeze out an equal amount of juice on both sides to make the most of your lime. You should get a total of 1 cup of lemon juice when both sides are squeezed accordingly.
Step 3: Mix the Liquids!
Dump the lemon juice you just extracted into a wide-mouthed glass or juicer. Add your lemonade mix, either the pre-made bag or the sugar and honey mixture. Mix Well until the sugar is properly dissolved.
Step 4: Add The Water!
Dump the freshly squeezed water, 6-8oz, into the glass as well. Mix Mildly to combine ingredients. You can adjust according to your taste preference:
| Water Quantity | ||
|---|---|---|
| 6 oz | Too Cold & Not Lemonade-y | |
| 8 oz | The Perfect Balance |