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State Fair Lemonade

Enjoying a cup of State Fair Lemonade has never been easier (or cheaper)! Make a glass of this classic fair drink right at home with only 3 simple ingredients! 
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword state fair lemonade
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 large cup
Calories 255kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large lemons
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar *
  • ¼ cup hot water straight from the faucet is fine
  • 1 cup cold water
  • Lots of ice!

Instructions

  • Wash lemons (2 large). Cut each lemon in half, then cut each half into 4 pieces (8 slices each).
  • In a large cup or plastic container, add lemon slices and granulated sugar (3 tablespoons).
  • Use a metal measuring cup, muddler, or tool to squeeze the lemon juice out of the slices and mix with the sugar.
  • Add the hot water (¼ cup) and mix together until dissolved.
  • Add in cold water (1 cup) and ice and shake until combined. For a sweeter drink, add more sugar. For lemons that are more tart, you may need to add a little more sugar.

Notes

*State fair lemonade is delicious because it's so deliciously sweet, but feel free to cut back the sugar for a more tart flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 299mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 55g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Vitamin C: 114mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 1mg