Looking for a natural, refreshing, and budget-friendly drink? This Homemade Fresh Lemon Concentrate Drink is bright, tangy, and perfectly sweet — made with real lemons and simple ingredients.
It’s perfect for summer days, family gatherings, or storing in bottles to enjoy anytime. No preservatives, no artificial flavors — just pure citrus goodness!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- 🍋 Made with real fresh lemons
- 🌿 No artificial ingredients
- 🥤 Perfect for hot weather
- 💛 Budget-friendly and easy
- 🧊 Can be stored and used anytime
Ingredients
- 8–10 fresh lemons
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 cups water (for syrup)
- 4 cups cold water (to dilute later)
- Optional: lemon zest from 2 lemons
- Optional: a pinch of turmeric (for brighter color)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Lemons
Wash the lemons thoroughly. Peel thin strips of zest (avoid the white bitter part). Juice all the lemons and strain the juice to remove seeds.
Step 2: Make the Lemon Syrup
In a pot, add:
- 4 cups water
- 2 cups sugar
- Lemon zest
Bring to a gentle boil and stir until sugar dissolves completely. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Step 3: Strain
Remove from heat and strain the syrup to remove zest pieces.
Step 4: Add Lemon Juice
Once the syrup cools slightly, mix in the fresh lemon juice. Stir well.
Step 5: Bottle It
Pour into clean glass bottles or jars. Store in the refrigerator.
How to Serve
To serve:
- Mix ½ cup lemon concentrate
- With 1 cup of cold water
- Add ice cubes
- Garnish with lemon slices or mint
Adjust sweetness to taste.
Storage Tips
- Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- For longer storage, freeze in ice cube trays.
- Always use clean, sterilized bottles.
Variations
🍃 Add fresh mint leaves for a mint lemonade
🍓 Blend with strawberries for strawberry lemonade
🍯 Replace sugar with honey
🧊 Add sparkling water for a fizzy version
Final Thoughts
This Homemade Fresh Lemon Concentrate Drink is fresh, vibrant, and incredibly easy to make. Once you try homemade lemonade, you’ll never go back to store-bought!