Summer sunshine calls for a cool drink, doesn’t it? I love making refreshing drinks at home, especially when fresh peaches are around. Today, I’m sharing two fantastic peach lemonade recipes that are perfect for beating the heat.
Whether you like a classic drink or something frozen, I have you covered. Let’s make some delicious peach lemonade!
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Refreshing Homemade Peach Lemonade Recipe
This classic peach lemonade is so easy to make and tastes amazing. It uses real peaches for a natural sweet flavor with a tangy lemon kick.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Ripe Peaches: Choose soft, fragrant peaches for the best flavor. They will give a richer taste to your syrup.
- Simple Syrup: Making a separate sugar syrup ensures the sugar dissolves completely, so your lemonade isn’t gritty.
What You Need
- 4 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups water (divided)
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 6-8 lemons)
- Extra lemon slices and peach wedges for garnish
⏱️ Time: 20 minutes active, 1 hour chilling🍽️ Yields: 6-8 servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Make Peach Syrup
Combine sliced peaches, sugar, and 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until peaches are soft. Mash the peaches lightly with a fork.
Step 2: Strain and Cool
Pour the peach mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on the solids to get all the liquid. Discard the solids. Let the peach syrup cool completely.
Step 3: Combine Lemonade
In a large pitcher, mix the cooled peach syrup with the fresh lemon juice and the remaining 2 cups of cold water. Stir well.
Step 4: Chill and Serve
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Chill the peach lemonade in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving over ice. Garnish with peach and lemon slices.
📝 Final Note
This peach lemonade stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can also freeze some peach puree for future batches!
Refreshing Peach Lemonade Slush Recipe
If you’re looking for something frosty and super cold, this peach lemonade slush is perfect. It’s like a frozen version of your favorite summer drink, ready in minutes.
Key Ingredients & Tips
- Frozen Peaches: Using frozen peaches is key here, as they make the slush extra thick and cold without diluting the flavor.
- Blender Power: A strong blender works best to get a smooth slush consistency. If your blender struggles, add a tiny bit more water.
What You Need
- 2 cups frozen peach slices
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- Fresh mint for garnish (optional)
⏱️ Time: 5 minutes🍽️ Yields: 2 large servings
How to Make It
Step 1: Prep Ingredients
Make sure your peaches are frozen solid. You can adjust the sugar amount based on how sweet your peaches are and how tart you like your lemonade.
Step 2: Blend Everything
Add frozen peach slices, fresh lemon juice, sugar, cold water, and ice cubes to a powerful blender. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and slushy.
Step 3: Serve Immediately
Pour the peach lemonade slush into tall glasses right away. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a peach slice if you like.
📝 Final Note
For an adult version, you could add a splash of vodka or rum to the blender before mixing. Enjoy this frozen treat fast!
