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Easy Pink Lemonade Recipe with 3 Ingredients Perfect for Summer Drinks

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A quick and refreshing pink lemonade made with just fresh lemons, granulated sugar, and cranberry juice. Perfect for summer, this simple recipe is easy to prepare and loved by kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium-sized fresh lemons, juiced (about 1 cup or 240 ml lemon juice)
  • 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240 ml) cranberry juice, unsweetened or lightly sweetened
  • Cold water to dilute to about 4 cups total liquid
  • Ice cubes (for serving)
  • Optional: sparkling water for fizz
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Roll each lemon on the counter with your palm to soften it, then cut in half and juice them into a bowl or pitcher. Remove any seeds. You should get about 1 cup (240 ml) of fresh lemon juice. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
  2. Add 3/4 cup (150 g) granulated sugar to the lemon juice. Stir vigorously with a spoon or whisk until the sugar is fully dissolved. Optionally, dissolve sugar faster by warming a small amount of lemon juice with sugar on the stove, then combine with the rest.
  3. Pour in 1 cup (240 ml) of cranberry juice to the lemon-sugar mixture. Stir gently to blend flavors and create the pink color. (Time: 1 minute)
  4. Add cold water to the mixture to make about 4 cups (1 liter) total liquid. Stir well.
  5. Add ice cubes to the pitcher or glasses. Taste and adjust sweetness or sourness by adding more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 30 minutes for a colder, more refreshing drink.

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Rolling lemons before juicing helps release more juice. Dissolve sugar fully to avoid grainy texture. Adjust sweetness and tartness to taste. Optional additions include sparkling water for fizz or fresh mint for herbal notes. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days and stir before serving.

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Keywords: pink lemonade, summer drinks, easy lemonade, cranberry juice, refreshing beverage, quick drink, homemade lemonade

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