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!
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