How to Make Just-Right Pineapple Lemonade from Scratch - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing beats a refreshing glass of lemonade on a hot summer day. But what if we told you that you could take your classic lemonade recipe and give it a tropical twist? That's where our Just-Right Pineapple Lemonade from Scratch comes in. This recipe takes the traditional lemonade and adds a sweet and tangy flavor of pineapple, creating a perfectly balanced and refreshing summer beverage.

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups water, divided
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 1 fresh pineapple
  • 1 ½ cups fresh squeezed lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Combine 1 cup water and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat, stirring often. Simmer until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and allow simple syrup to cool.
  • Cut off pineapple crown and remove the outer skin. Cut pineapple flesh into chunks and add to a high-capacity blender (such as Vitamix). Pour in 2 cups water and blend until liquefied.
  • Pour liquefied pineapple juice into a pitcher. Add remaining water, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Stir before serving.
  • Nutrition

    135 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 7mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 29g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 82mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 196mg