Description
Coconut water lemonade blends refreshing tropical flavors with classic citrus zest. Chilled glasses showcase this simple, hydrating drink perfect for summer afternoons and poolside relaxation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups/32 fl oz coconut water (unsweetened, not from concentrate)
- ½ cup/4 fl oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ¼ cup/60 ml maple syrup
- Lemon slices (for garnish, optional)
- Ice cubes (for serving)
Instructions
- Juice Extraction: Vigorously roll and squeeze ripe lemons on a citrus juicer to extract fresh, zesty lemon juice.
- Liquid Combination: Pour chilled coconut water into a serving pitcher, blending seamlessly with the extracted lemon juice using a long-handled spoon.
- Sweetening Process: Introduce maple syrup gradually, taste-testing to achieve the perfect balance of tartness and sweetness.
- Serving Preparation: Pack serving glasses with pristine ice cubes, creating a frosty foundation for the beverage.
- Final Assembly: Delicately cascade the coconut water lemonade over the ice, optimizing the drink’s temperature and refreshment.
- Garnish and Presentation: Adorn each glass with gossamer lemon slices or aromatic mint leaves for an elegant touch.
- Optional Storage: If desired, refrigerate the entire batch, allowing the flavors to harmonize and intensify over several hours.
Notes
- Maximize Citrus Flavor: Roll lemons firmly before juicing to release maximum juice and essential oils, enhancing the drink’s vibrant taste.
- Perfect Sweetness Balance: Add maple syrup gradually and taste after each addition to achieve your ideal level of sweetness without overwhelming the natural flavors.
- Chill for Enhanced Taste: Refrigerating the entire batch allows ingredients to mingle, creating a more complex and refined flavor profile.
- Garnish with Flair: Use fresh mint leaves or thin lemon slices to elevate the visual appeal and add a subtle aromatic touch to the beverage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 105 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg