There are only a few things that beat sipping on a chilled glass of lemonade on a hot summer day. It gives you the feeling of lounging on the beach with your toes buried in the sand, with the ocean breeze blowing through your hair...or something to that effect. So, in order to make the most of the warm weather with something delicious and refreshing to sip on, we want to share this whole lemon blended lemonade recipe that is sure to hit the spot!
What about making lemonade that is just for grown-ups? We are not saying that this lemonade is for grown-ups because there is alcohol in it, but because the recipe features a whole lemon. That means including the zest, pith, and all. You must peel and deseed the lemon, and your blender will do the rest. Finally, pour over ice for a drink that tastes much better than anything artificial. Just be sure that the whole lemon is blended correctly so that no big chunks are left. The lemonade can be served mixed with iced tea or you can add a club soda to it!
The type of lemon you use is very important for making the best blended whole lemon lemonade. For this recipe, you should pick the thin-skinned lemons as they are easier to squeeze. Also, pay attention to its shape. You should go for a round lemon. If you can’t find a round lemon, trim the ends of the lemon so that any pith is removed. You might feel more comfortable consuming the peel of organic lemons. However, if you don’t get the organic one, it’s fine to consume the peel of a non-organic one too. Just make sure to wash the lemon under warm running water to remove wax and contaminants.