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Homemade Cherry Lemonade

A refreshing twist on classic lemonade combining sweet cherries and tangy lemons.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sweet cherries, pitted
  • 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the cherries by washing them and pitting them.
  2. Blend the cherries with 1 cup of water until smooth.
  3. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl.
  4. Juice the lemons using a citrus juicer and collect the juice.
  5. Mix the cherry puree, lemon juice, and remaining 3 cups of water in a large pitcher.
  6. Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices and mint.

Notes

This lemonade can be customized with other fruits or herbs for a unique flavor twist.

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Keywords: cherry lemonade, summer drink, refreshing beverage, homemade lemonade