Never Bitter Lemonade

69 Reviews

Prep: 1 hr 10 min
Cook: 2 min
Ready In: 1 hr 12 min

“The secret ingredient is salt, which removes any bitterness. Don't be tempted to use reconstituted lemon juice or to add the juice until the sugar water is completely chilled!” - by SUEWHO

Ingredients

6 cups water
1 cup white sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

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Original recipe yields 8 servings

Directions

In a pot combine water, sugar and salt. Bring to a boil and continue to boil for 2 minutes. Chill the sugar water for at least 60 minutes in the refrigerator.
In a 2 quart pitcher mix cooled sugar water and lemon juice together. Pour over ice and serve.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (8 total)

Calories
101 cal
5%

Carbs
26.3 g
8%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Mama_B

Dec. 7, 2003

"I have a secret to confess. Though the recipe says not to, I used concentrated lemon juice and the results were excellent! Truly excellent! I make this often now, with both lemon and lime concentra..." See morete."

DIXIEGIRL48TH

Dec. 29, 2003

"This was the best lemonade ever. I've tried several recipes for lemonade, but this is by far the best. My husband drank the entire pitcher in one sitting! I think the salt is the trick. It really ..." See moremade a difference. I used 4 small lemons and it was just over a 1/2 cup of juice. Perfect. Thanks for sharing this one Sue!"

SKR60

Dec. 7, 2003

"This lemonade is the absolute best. I've made it twice and it's been a huge hit whether it's cold or hot outside. Great recipe - thanks!..." See more"

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