Pucker up for this sweet, refreshing peach lemonade made with fresh peaches for that refreshing, light, sweet, and tart in each sip. You have the twist of peach and lemons together for a summer-approved flavored lemonade recipe.
This is a fun twist on a classic lemonade recipe. If you are a peach fan, this is a great drink to serve during peach season.
Consider whipping and trying out this Brazilian lemonade, pineapple lemonade, or even this blueberry lemonade.
What does peach lemonade taste like?
Peach lemonade will be sweet, fruity, tart, and a bit sour from the lemon juice added. I love how this is a sweeter twist than a classic lemonade. The peaches help to elevate the flavor even more.
If you are a peach fan, you might enjoy this sweet lemonade. Pair your lemonade with this peach dump cake or these peach hand pies.
Ingredients Needed
Peaches: Fresh peaches are what we used for this lemonade. It is naturally sweet and refreshing, and peaches are very juicy.
Sugar: I also add granulated sugar to the mixture to help balance the sweetness. The sugar helps bring out the sweetness of the peaches.
Water: Opt for filtered water to help add hydration to the drink.
Lemon Juice: Fresh lemon juice is best, as it will have the best overall flavor of the lemonade.
Mint: Mint is optional, but it will help add an herbal note and a sophisticated flavor to the drink.
Variations to Recipe
- Add sparkling water or even lemon-lime soda to make a fizzy sparkling lemonade! Just pour the mixture into each glass and top with lemonade.
- Use frozen peaches in a swap of fresh peaches if you would like.
- Feel free to swap in different fruits to add more flavor to the lemonade.
- Swap the granulated sugar with coconut sugar, honey, or maple syrup for sweetening.
- Add a splash of bourbon, vodka, or even a Malibu rum for a spiked punch.
Storing Leftover Peach Lemonade
Refrigerate any lemonade you do not drink right away. In a sealed container, it will store for around three days. Just stir between pourings to ensure it is well blended.
You can also freeze leftovers. Use ice cube trays or pour them into a freezer bag and freeze them for later. Thaw the liquid or add ice cubes to more lemonade, water, or a lemon-lime soda for sipping.
Tips for Making
Fresh Peaches
Reach for fresh and ripe peaches to ensure an excellent sweet fruit flavor. You can also use frozen peaches.
Adjust Sweet and Tartness
You can add more sugar to sweeten the drink or opt for less sugar if you don’t want it as sweet. Then, in terms of tartness, add less lemon juice for a more mild tartness. Add more lemon juice to enhance the tart factor.
Room Temperature Lemons
Using room-temperature lemons instead of cold lemons from the fridge is critical for getting more juice out of them. I roll the lemons on the counter and then slice them for juicing. This method works best for me.
FAQs
Can I omit the mint?
Yes, you can leave the mint out if you like. Adding the mint is optional. If you want, you can swap the mint with thyme, rosemary, or any other herb. Or skip adding herbs to the lemonade.
Can I make this peach lemonade in advance?
Go right ahead and make this up to 24 hours in advance. Whip it up and store it in a sealed container in the fridge. Then stir well before you go to pour and serve. This is a beautiful drink you can make a day ahead of when you plan to serve it.
Does this recipe double well?
Yes, you are welcome to double the ingredients or even triple them to make a larger batch for serving a crowd. Make as much of this lemonade as you need. Just know that it only lasts a few days in the fridge.
More Drink Ideas
Peach Lemonade
Ingredients
- 7-8 medium peaches peeled, pitted and diced
- 1 ½ cup granulated sugar
- 5 cups water
- 1 ½ cups fresh lemon juice about 8-9 lemons
- Optional* fresh mint for garnish
Instructions
- Add sugar and water into a small saucepan over medium heat and bring just to a bowl then reduce to a simmer. Stir until the sugar dissolves in the water to create a simple sugar syrup. Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature.
- Add the diced peaches to a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
- Combine the cooled sugar syrup, peach puree, water and lemon juice in a large pitcher or container and stir well to combine.
- Adjust water and lemon juice to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve or pour over ice and serve immediately, enjoy!
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