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21 Crisp and Refreshing Lemonade Recipes for a Hot Summer Day

August 11, 2024 by Donna Dizon Leave a Comment

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Summer is here, and that means it’s time for lemonade! But we’re not sticking to the basics today.

I’m excited to share ten extraordinary lemonade recipes that will add a burst of flavor to your hot days. From tropical twists to berry blends, these recipes are sure to impress.

Old-Fashioned Homemade Lemonade

Old-fashioned Homemade Lemonade.
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Old-fashioned Homemade Lemonade with just the right amount of sweetness is the perfect, easy, three-ingredient drink for your next gathering. Squeeze fresh lemons, take some help from bottled lemon juice, or do a combination of the two.

Old Fashioned Homemade Lemonade

Magic Color Changing Galaxy Lemonade

Magic Color Changing Galaxy Lemonade.
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A color changing lemonade that is sure to leave stars in your little one’s eyes!

Magic Color Changing Galaxy Lemonade

Cherry Pineapple Lemonade

Cherry Pineapple Lemonade.
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A nice layered lemonade that the kids will love the flavor of. The cherry and pineapple are a tasty combo!

Cherry Pineapple Lemonade

Lavender Lemonade

Lavender Lemonade.
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Warm weather calls for a quencher, and a pitcher of refreshing Lavender Lemonade is the sunniest of them all.

Lavender Lemonade

Strawberry Basil Lemonade

Strawberry Basil Lemonade.
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There is nothing like fresh Strawberry Lemonade. If you are craving something cold and refreshing, this is it! Adding fresh blended strawberries to Classic Lemonade infuses it with a sweet and tangy strawberry flavor. It’s a drink the whole family will sip happily.

Strawberry Basil Lemonade

Cucumber Lemonade

Cucumber Lemonade.
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If you love refreshing cucumber water and sweet and bright lemonade, then you are going to LOVE this Cucumber Lemonade! It’s very easy to make without having to make simple syrup and without chopping or seeding the cucumber, and it tastes so good. Summer in a glass!

Cucumber Lemonade

Frosted Lemonade

Frosted Lemonade.
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This CopyCat Chick-fil-A Frosted Lemonade is going to quickly become one of your favorite frozen treats this summer. A blend of CopyCat Chick-fil-A Lemonade (with a bit more lemon) and Vanilla Ice cream. Tasty and totally refreshing!

Frosted Lemonade

Raspberry Lemonade

Raspberry Lemonade.
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Puréed fresh raspberries give this fresh squeezed raspberry lemonade fruity flavor and a vibrant pink color.

Raspberry Lemonade

Frozen Blackberry Basil Lemonade

Frozen Blackberry Basil Lemonade.
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These frozen lemonades are made with fresh, plump blackberries and a tangy lemonade base made from fresh lemons. I top it all off with a little fresh basil syrup. Basil and blackberries go together like a dream and the colors are so bright and pretty.

Frozen Blackberry Basil Lemonade

Blueberry Lemonade

Blueberry Lemonade.
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This blueberry lemonade is so easy that it only requires a few ingredients Toss them in a blender, squeeze some lemon juice, add some water voila, you are on your way to enjoying a cold glass of it!

Blueberry Lemonade

Peach Lemonade

Peach Lemonade.
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Summer days are so much more enjoyable with a glass of Peach Lemonade. This simple homemade lemonade is made with only 4 ingredientsand no artificial flavors. This lemonade is sweet, tart, and full of aromatic peach flavor.

Peach Lemonade

Basil Lemonade

Basil Lemonade.
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Your new favorite summer drink, this basil lemonade features 1 1/2 cups of freshly squeezed lemon juice with sugar and basil. Easy and delicious!

Basil Lemonade

Sparkling Peach Mint Lemonade

Sparkling Peach Mint Lemonade.
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A refreshing summer drink with tasty flavors!

Sparkling Peach Mint Lemonade

Raspberry Lemonade

Raspberry Lemonade.
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This sweet and tart Raspberry Lemonade is the best way to beat the summer heat! Use fresh or frozen raspberries to make this easy homemade lemonade.

Raspberry Lemonade

Mandarin Mint

Mandarin Mint.
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An excellent combo, no matter the time of year.

Mandarin Mint

Blender Lemonade

Blender Lemonade.
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Making lemonade, fresh, fast, sweet and almost creamy-like (thank you sweetened condensed milk) will make anybody into a lemonade lover!

Blender Lemonade

Whipped Pink Lemonade

Whipped Pink Lemonade.
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Is there anything that says summer more than a glass of lemonade? Try this WHIPPED pink lemonade!

Whipped Pink Lemonade

Sparkling Blueberry Thyme Lemonade

Sparkling Blueberry Thyme Lemonade.
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Adding a sparkling water to your lemonade mixture? GENIUS!

Sparkling Blueberry Thyme Lemonade

Pineapple Pink Lemonade Soda

Pineapple Pink Lemonade Soda.
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Pink Lemonade, Pineapple Juice and Sprite makes up this delicious recipe.

Pineapple Pink Lemonade Soda

Sparkling Blackberry and Raspberry Lemonade

Sparkling Blackberry and Raspberry Lemonade.
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This refreshing and delicious sparkling summer lemonade is perfect for picnics, BBQ’s or parties! Add some wine or vodka for a fun adult beverage! Try different berries for a new flavor every time!

Sparkling Blackberry and Raspberry Lemonade

Lemonade Popsicles

Lemonade Popsicles bonus.
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Bonus- This Lemonade Popsicle Recipe makes for a fun dessert recipe for kids and parents. Make this ice pops recipe with fresh ingredients for a tasty summer treat.

Lemonade Popsicles

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