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Sugar
Pour 1 cup water and the sugar in a small saucepan on medium low heat. Mix occasionally until sugar is completely dissolved into the water. Allow to cool.
This is a simple syrup that will sweeten your lemonade, and it works by dissolving the sugar before adding it to the chilled water. - 2
In a large pitcher, combine cooled syrup and lemon juice. Add lemon extract and mix to incorporate.
Sliced citrus or other fruit, washed well before slicing, can also be added to the beverage for flavor and presentation. - 3
Fresh lemonade
Fill pitcher with ice water and stir well. Serve your lemonade made with lemon juice in tall glasses, garnished with a slice of real lemon if available.
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