THE FASTEST WHOLE-LEMON LEMONADE RECIPE

No more squeezing lemons! This is the ideal recipe for making large batches quickly—perfect for parties. Here’s the basic recipe, but feel free to add lime, orange, ginger, or berries like blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries to create your own gourmet lemonade. Even plain, this lemonade is exceptionally aromatic thanks to the zest, without any bitterness since the lemons aren’t pureed and the white pith is avoided.

Using whole lemons means the peel contributes to the flavor. Ideally, use organic lemons. If not available, soak lemons in hot water for 10 minutes, rinse under warm water, and rub with a coarse towel to clean.

🕒 Prep Time: 5-7 minutes

🍽️ Yield: approx. 4 servings

Ingredients

2-3 lemons
50-100 g powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
1 liter water (cold or room temperature; sparkling water can be used)

Instructions

Use powdered sugar for quick dissolution. Amount depends on taste and type of lemon. I used Meyer lemons with 50 g sugar; for regular lemons, I use about 80 g.
Place sugar in a blender. Quarter the lemons and add them to the blender. Pour in water.
Blend briefly at maximum speed—just enough to chop lemons finely, without turning into puree. I blended for about 5 seconds; timing depends on your blender’s power.
Strain the mixture gently without pressing the pulp.
Pour into glasses and serve.

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled as a refreshing, aromatic lemonade perfect for large gatherings or quick homemade refreshment.

💡 Tips

Using whole lemons gives an intense flavor with no bitterness.
Powdered sugar dissolves faster, making mixing quick and easy.
Soaking and cleaning lemons well removes any wax or residues, especially if not organic.

📝 Final Thoughts

This quick whole-lemon lemonade is the fastest way to make a fresh, vibrant drink with minimal effort. It’s easy to customize and perfect for any occasion where refreshment and speed are essential.