Iced Peach Lemonade
Iced Peach Lemonade is a refreshing summer beverage that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors with natural sweetness from ripe peaches and bright citrus notes from fresh lemon juice. It’s hydrating, energizing, and easy to make, ideal for casual sipping, parties, or as a versatile mocktail base.
- Author: Maria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverages
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 3–4 ripe, juicy fresh peaches, washed, pitted, and sliced
- Freshly squeezed juice of 3-4 lemons (about 1 cup)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes (as needed to chill)
- 2–3 tablespoons sweetener (optional; honey or sugar, adjust to taste)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish and flavor)
- Prepare the Peaches: Wash, pit, and slice 3-4 ripe peaches, then blend or mash them until smooth or slightly chunky, depending on your preferred texture.
- Mix Lemon Juice and Sweetener: In a pitcher, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice with 2-3 tablespoons of sweetener such as honey or sugar, stirring until fully dissolved.
- Combine and Adjust: Add the peach puree to the lemon mixture and stir in about 4 cups of cold water. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed by adding more lemon juice or sweetener.
- Chill and Serve: Add plenty of ice cubes and fresh mint leaves if using, then stir well. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor or refrigerate until cold.
Notes
- Choose ripe peaches for maximum natural sweetness and flavor.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer a pulp-free lemonade.
- Pre-chill water and lemons to keep the drink cooler longer.
- Always use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled for the best bright flavor.
- Add ice just before serving to avoid diluting the taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 240 ml)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Iced Peach Lemonade, Peach Lemonade, Summer Drink, Refreshing Beverage, Non-alcoholic Cocktail, Mocktail, Peach Drink