Pineapple Lemonade 🍍🍋
This tropical twist on classic lemonade is sweet, tangy, and so refreshing—perfect for summer sipping!
Ingredients
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1 cup fresh pineapple juice (about ½ medium pineapple, blended & strained)
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1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (~4-6 lemons)
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½ cup granulated sugar (or honey/maple syrup to taste)
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4 cups cold water (or sparkling water for fizz)
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Ice cubes
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Optional garnishes: Pineapple wedges, lemon slices, mint leaves
Instructions
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Make simple syrup: In a small saucepan, heat ½ cup water with ½ cup sugar until dissolved. Cool. (Skip if using honey or agave.)
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Mix juices: In a pitcher, combine pineapple juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
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Dilute: Add 4 cups cold water (adjust to taste—more for lighter sweetness).
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Chill & serve: Pour over ice, garnish with pineapple/lemon, and enjoy!
Fun Variations
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Spiked: Add a splash of rum or vodka for a cocktail.
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Herbal: Muddle basil or mint in the pitcher.
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Frozen: Blend with ice for a slushy version.
Why You’ll Love It: The pineapple adds a sunny sweetness that balances the tart lemon—like vacation in a glass! ☀️
Want it extra fancy? Rim glasses with coconut sugar or tajín! 🍹