Quench your thirst with the tropical flavors of Pineapple Lemonade, a refreshing and tangy drink perfect for hot summer days. This homemade lemonade combines the sweetness of pineapple with the tartness of fresh lemons, creating a delightful beverage that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and pineapple wedges, for garnish
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Pineapple Juice:
- In a blender, blend the fresh pineapple chunks until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to extract the pineapple juice. Discard any pulp or solids.
- Make the Lemonade:
- In a pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, strained pineapple juice, and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Chill and Serve:
- Add cold water to the pitcher and stir to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or lemon juice if desired.
- Chill the pineapple lemonade in the refrigerator until cold.
- Serve:
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled pineapple lemonade over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon, a wedge of pineapple, and fresh mint leaves if using.
- Stir gently before serving.
- Enjoy:
- Sip and enjoy the tropical flavors of Pineapple Lemonade!
