Beverages

Old-Fashioned Lemonade Stand Lemonade

“Here is a treasured old-fashioned memory — fresh, crisp, cold, and delicious lemonade. On a hot afternoon our guests especially enjoy it while sitting under a shady tree. An ounce of gin or vodka may be added.” The Governor’s Inn, Ludlow, Vermont

Yield:

Makes 7 cups

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup boiling water
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
1-1/2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
5 cups cold water
Lemon and lime slices for garnish
Fresh mint sprigs

Instructions

Combine sugar and boiling water, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add lemon rind, lemon juice, and cold water; mix well. Chill. Serve over crushed ice garnished with lemon and lime slices and fresh mint sprigs.

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  1. I never could make good lemonade until I tried this recipe, boiling the water and sugar did the trick.