Who hasn't heard the saying: "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade out of them." On Majorca this is easier said than done, as lemons grow on almost every corner here. Many locals even have their own lemon trees in the garden. But even in Germany, Austria, Switzerland or wherever you are reading this, you don't have to miss out on this refreshing treat: In most supermarkets there are Organic lemonswhich are ideal for homemade lemonade.
The perfect lemon syrup for hot days
It is recommended so that you always have a refreshing lemonade to hand, Lemon syrup to make. This concentrate can be stored in the fridge and is quickly infused with chilled mineral water - ideal for braving the next heatwave. With just a few ingredients, this syrup is very easy to prepare, and the best thing is that you can flavor it with fresh herbs such as Mint or Lemon balm refine.
Ingredients for the lemon syrup
- At least 10 organic lemons (approx. 500 ml of juice should result)
- 350 g brown sugar (use more or less according to taste)
- 500 ml water
Required utensils:
- Kitchen grater
- Lemon squeezer
- Sieve
- Sterile bottle
Preparation steps for the perfect syrup
- Wash and squeeze the lemons: Start by washing the lemons thoroughly and squeezing out the juice. Grate off some of the lemon zest, but make sure you only use the yellow part as the white layer underneath tastes bitter.
- Make syrup: Place the water and sugar in a pan and stir the mixture well. Then add the lemon juice and lemon zest and heat everything on a high heat until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Strain and bottle: Pass the liquid through a sieve to remove the lemon peel. Pour the syrup into a sterile bottle, preferably using a funnel. Once the bottle has cooled, place it in the fridge. This will keep the syrup for at least a month - if it hasn't already been drunk!
Prepare refreshing lemonade
To enjoy your homemade lemonade, simply pour a little syrup into a glass, add ice cubes and top up with cold mineral water. For a special touch, you can add a slice of lemon to the rim of the glass and garnish the drink with fresh herbs such as Mint or Lemon balm garnish. This not only provides extra freshness, but also looks pretty!
Enjoy your lemonade - grab the straw!
Now it's just a matter of grabbing the straw and enjoying the refreshing Lemonadethat you have prepared yourself with simple ingredients. This drink is not only perfect for hot summer days, but also a great way to enjoy the sun and the taste of fresh lemons to the full.
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