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Homemade Lemon Shake Up

Homemade Lemon Shake Up: A Refreshing Summer Delight

Enjoy a Homemade Lemon Shake Up, a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors for a refreshing summer drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Simple Syrup
  • 1 quart water Boiling helps dissolve the sugar efficiently.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar Can be swapped for agave syrup.
For the Lemon Base
  • 2 large lemons Halved, adjust quantity based on tartness preference.
  • ice Essential for a chilled drink.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Juicer
  • Glasses

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Simple Syrup: Boil 1 quart of water, stir in 3/4 cup granulated sugar until dissolved. Allow to cool.
  2. Squeeze the Lemons: Cut lemons in half and squeeze juice into glasses. Add lemon halves back for added flavor.
  3. Add Ice: Fill each glass with ice, making sure to tower it above the rim for optimal chilling.
  4. Pour the Simple Syrup: Pour cooled syrup over ice and lemon juice until full, mixing the colors.
  5. Shake to Combine: Cover each glass and shake for 10-15 seconds to mix flavors.
  6. Serve Immediately: Remove covering, add straws, and enjoy for a refreshing summer drink.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 28gVitamin C: 30mg

Notes

For storage, keep leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or use simple syrup within 1 week.

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