State Fair Lemonade

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State Fair Lemonade

The Ultimate Thirst-Quencher – Just Like the Classic Carnival Stands!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Perfectly balanced – Not too sweet, not too tart.
✔ Crowd-pleasing – Refreshing for hot summer days.
✔ Customizable – Make it fizzy, fruity, or boozy!

Ingredients (Serves 6-8)

  • 1 ½ cups freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 8-10 lemons)
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar (or 1 cup honey/simple syrup)
  • 6 cups cold water
  • Ice
  • Lemon slices & mint (for garnish)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make the Sweet Base

  1. In a pitcher, combine sugar + 1 cup hot water. Stir until fully dissolved (simple syrup hack!).

2. Mix & Chill

  1. Add lemon juice and remaining 5 cups cold water. Stir well.
  2. Refrigerate 1 hour (or serve immediately over ice).

3. Serve

  1. Pour into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with lemon slices and mint.

Pro Tips

🍋 Extra tangy? Reduce sugar to 1 cup.
✨ Fancy upgrades:

  • Add sliced strawberries or blueberries.
  • Swap 2 cups water with sparkling water for fizz.
  • For adults: Spike with vodka or gin.

Serving Suggestions

🎡 Pair with funnel cakes or corn dogs for fair nostalgia!
🍔 Great alongside BBQ or picnic foods.

Sip, smile, and beat the heat! ☀️🍋

(Try our Watermelon Lime Agua Fresca next!)

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