That regular lemonade stand down the street won't stand a chance. Fresh squeezed oranges and lemons make a tart treat. For grownups, gin and a touch of triple sec wouldn't go amiss.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Lemonade
You know the old saying, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade!" Well, if you have some lemons we've got your lemonade (recipes that is, you'll have to do the squeezing yourself). Try dressing up your basic lemonade with some new flavor twists like blueberry lemonade or add some zing to your drink like a spicy cayenne lemonade.
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Orange Lemonade
Kids Favorite Purple Lemonade
This vibrant, blueberry-infused drink is sure to be a hit with the kids for the color and the sweet flavor.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Cherry Lemonade
Tart lemonade mixed with sweet cherries makes a refreshing (and pretty) warm weather drink. We love serving this at summer parties.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Applebee's Lemonade
If you thought lemonade was just lemons, water, and sugar then you are missing out. A little sparkling water is the Applebee's trick for an especially good glass.
Time: under 30 minutes
Basic Lemonade
When life gives you lemons, keep calm and make lemonade. Freshly, squeezed lemon juice with sweet sugar. Garnish with mint for a cool, refreshing drink any day of the year.
Time: 2-5 hours
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Always-On-Hand Lemonade Syrup
Here's a great summertime trick to keep up your sleeve. Lemonade syrup, ready to be mixed into cold water at a moment's notice for perfect lemonade.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Strawberry Lemonade Tea
This strawberry lemonade tea recipe is a summer game-changer. It's a bold fusion of fruity and tangy, with a fizzy twist that screams refreshment.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Fresh Strawberry Lemonade
It's tough to beat fresh ingredients, and with fresh strawberries and lemon juice this lemonade does not disappoint. All the regular lemonade stands in the neighborhood won't...
Time: under 30 minutes
Mint Lemonade
This make-ahead lemon-mint syrup is a great way to have a refreshing drink on hand at all times. It's the perfect blend of sweet and tart.
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Pineapple Lemonade
If you're making refreshing lemonade anyway, why not just go full tropical with pineapple?
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Hawaiian Lemonade
Made with maraschino cherries, lime, fresh pineapple, frozen lemonade concentrate, apricot nectar, pineapple juice, ginger ale
Time: under 30 minutes
Grape Lemonade
Grape juice sweetens the tart lemonade and makes it a pretty shade of purple. Fun summer drink. Also delicious with a splash of vodka in it.
Time: under 30 minutes
Blue Lemonade
Made with ice, blueberries, water, sugar, lemons, blackberries
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Make Ahead Homemade Lemonade
Made with water, lemon juice, sugar, lemon peel
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
White Peach Lemonade
Made with ice cubes, water, white peaches, sugar, lemon juice
Time: under 30 minutes
Leprechaun's Lemonade
Serve up a twist on traditional lemonade by blending in lemon-lime soda and Mountain Dew. Leprechaun's lemonade is perfect for summer parties and lazy afternoons.
Time: under 30 minutes
Gingered Lemon-Lime Fizz
Made with lime slices, lemon juice, lime juice, water, honey, ginger ale
Time: under 30 minutes
Keeping a can of frozen orange juice concentrate in the freezer means you can make more than just orange juice. Try it in a variety of orange-flavored recipes.
Pumpkins aren't just for pies or Halloween decorations. These large, orange gourds - while naturally sweet - also work well in savory dishes. They pair well with poultry and pork (and especially bacon) and their creamy-when-cooked texture blends easily into soups.
Love buffalo wings? Get that same hot, zippy flavor in everything from deviled eggs to enchiladas. And of course: wings.