Single Serve Lemonade
Need a refreshing drink for one? This single serve lemonade can be made in about 5 minutes, and in the glass you'll drink it out of. It's made with fresh lemons, water, sugar, and ice. Add fruit or herbs for a flavored lemonade too.
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Servings: 1 person
Equipment
- 12 ounce Glass lid, optional
- Measuring cups, spoons
Ingredients
- ¼ cup hot water
- 2 Tablespoons granulated sugar or to preference
- ½ cup cold water
- 3-4 Tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- ice
Instructions
- Add ¼ cup hot water and 2 Tablespoons sugar to glass. Stir together until most/all sugar is dissolved.
- Once most or all of the sugar is dissolved, add ½ cup cold water and 3-4 Tablespoons of fresh lemon juice. Taste and adjust sugar and lemon juice to preference, it's ok if it's a bit strong, you'll add ice.
- Stir together, add ice, and enjoy immediately. Or store in fridge until ready to enjoy.
Notes
- You can dissolve sugar in tap or cold water in the fridge, for about 30 minutes. Stir.
- Substitute cold water for sparkling water, but you'll need to drink it immediately.
- Taste and adjust sugar, lemon, and salt. If it's too sweet, add more lemon juice. If it's too too tangy, add more sugar. If it doesn't have enough flavor, add more lemon juice, and an extra pinch of salt.
- Additional toppings: whole or muddled fruit, herbs, or flavored syrups.
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