This pineapple lemonade is a sweet, simple, and delicious recipe perfect for the hot summer months. It’s going to be a taste bud explosion! I hope you give it a try and leave me your feedback in the comment section below.
Ingredients
- Fresh Pineapple: 8 ounces (230g)
- Sugar Syrup: 1 cup
- Water: 8 ounces (250ml)
- Sugar: 1 cup (7 ounces / 200g)
- Lemon Juice: ½ cup (4 ounces / 125ml)
- Lime Juice: ¼ cup (2 ounces / 60ml)
- Water: 5 cups (1.18L)
- Ice Cubes
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pineapple
- Grill the Pineapple:
- We’re not just using pineapple juice. Take fresh pineapple, slice it into about quarter-inch slices, and grill it for a deeper flavor. You can use your grill or the broiler in your oven.
- If using the broiler, place the slices on a baking sheet and broil them for about 7 minutes on each side until they get a nice char.
- Set the grilled pineapple slices aside to cool.
Step 2: Make the Simple Syrup
- Prepare the Simple Syrup:
- Pour one cup of water into a pot and add one cup of sugar. Turn the heat on and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Once the sugar has melted and the water is boiled, turn the heat off and set the simple syrup aside to cool.
- Note: Making a larger quantity of simple syrup and refrigerating it is a good idea if you plan to make a lot of drinks.
Step 3: Juice the Citrus
- Juice the Limes and Lemons:
- Juice the limes and lemons and set the juice aside.
Step 4: Blend the Pineapple
- Blend the Pineapple:
- Take the charred pineapple rings (slices), cut them up, and put them into your blender. Save a small piece or two to garnish your glasses if desired.
- Blend until well blended, then strain the juice using a fine strainer.
Step 5: Mix the Lemonade
- Combine the Ingredients:
- Pour the strained pineapple juice, fresh lemon juice, and a quarter cup of fresh lime juice into a pitcher.
- Add half of the simple syrup and dilute the mixture with 4 cups of cold water.
- Stir well, taste, and add more sugar syrup if needed. The sweetness will depend on how sweet your pineapple is and how sour your lemons and limes are.
Step 6: Serve
- Serve the Lemonade:
- Chill the lemonade and serve it over ice for the best taste.
- Garnish with pineapple pieces if desired.
Conclusion
This refreshing pineapple lemonade is perfect for beating the heat. It’s easy to make and incredibly tasty. I hope you try this delicious recipe and enjoy it as much as I do. Don’t forget to leave your feedback in the comments below!
