Limonadă

Quench your thirst with a refreshing glass of homemade limonadă, bursting with zesty lemon flavor and a hint of mint. Perfect for summer picnics or a sunny afternoon on the porch.

• 4 cups water
• 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 sprig fresh mint

Method

1. 1

   In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and granulated sugar.

2. 2

   Stir the mixture well until the sugar is completely dissolved.

3. 3

   Add the water to the pitcher and mix thoroughly.

4. 4

   Taste the limonadă and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.

5. 5

   Refrigerate the limonadă for about 30 minutes to chill.

6. 6

   Serve the limonadă over ice cubes in glasses.

7. 7

   Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.