The tastiest homemade lemonade from 1 lemon and 2 oranges – icy refreshment for a few crowns recept

Name: The tastiest homemade lemonade from 1 lemon and 2 oranges – icy refreshment for a few crowns
Prep time: 75 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 10
Ingredients: 2 oranges; 1 lemon; 1½ cups of sugar (you can adjust to taste); 3 liters of water (cold); 1 teaspoon of citric acid

Easy to prepare
10 portions
75 minutes

Jan, 18. 12. 2025

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Quick homemade orange-lemonade from just 3 liters of water, 1 lemon and 2 oranges. Exact ingredients, simple procedure, times and number of servings. Perfect for hot days.

Looking for a cheap and lightning-fast summer refreshment? This homemade lemonade from 1 lemon and 2 oranges smells of sunshine, is juicy and you can make it from just a few ingredients. The fruit is blended with the peel, so the drink gains an intense flavor – just strain well and chill thoroughly.

For 10 portions

Ingredients

2 oranges
1 lemon
1½ cups of sugar (you can adjust to taste)
3 liters of water (cold)
1 teaspoon of citric acid

Preparation procedure

Preparing the fruit Leave the oranges and lemon at room temperature for 30 minutes, wash thoroughly (ideally with a brush) and dry. Cut into smaller pieces including the peel, removing seeds if necessary.
Blending Put half the fruit and half the sugar into a blender, blend until smooth and pour into a large container. Process the other half in the same way.
Flavoring and resting Pour in 3 l of cold water, add the citric acid and mix well. Cover and let rest in the fridge for 1–2 hours.
Straining Strain the lemonade through a fine sieve or cloth. You can rinse the remaining pulp once more with a little water and strain again for a more intense flavor.
Serving Pour into a pitcher, add ice and mint to taste. Store in the fridge.

Tip: For a less sweet version reduce the sugar to 1 cup; conversely, for a more pronounced tartness add a little lemon juice.

Total preparation time

Active: 10–15 min
Resting: 1–2 h
Total: approx. 1 h 15 min to 2 h 15 min

Number of servings

10–12 glasses (250–300 ml)

Conclusion

Homemade orange-and-lemon lemonade is quick, flavorful and, thanks to maceration, wonderfully aromatic. Make it in advance for hot days – it works great with lunch and as a welcome drink for guests. You can easily adjust the sugar, tartness and intensity to your liking.