3 lemonade recipes to satisfy your summer sweet tooth

Summer is officially here and that means it’s time to quench your thirst with a specialty lemonade drink! These refreshing, non-carbonated beverages are perfect for sipping on by the pool or guzzling after a long hike in the hot sun. Keep reading to access three easy recipes to keep you cool all season long:

Rosemary lemonade

This lemonade is savory and sweet all at the same time, making it a crowd pleaser.

• 8 cups of water
• 12 sprigs rosemary
• 1 1/2 cups of sugar
• 6 large lemons (juiced)
• Sprigs of mint for garnish

Put eight cups of water and the rosemary sprigs into a pot and bring to a boil. Let the rosemary sprigs steep for 45 minutes. Remove from heat, take out the rosemary and mix in the sugar. In a separate pitcher, mix the lemon juice. Once the rosemary syrup has cooled, mix the lemon juice and syrup together. Serve over ice.

Orangeade

If you want a sweeter, less acidic beverage, try orangeade. This refreshment calls for:

• 8 cups of water
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 1 1/2 cup of lightly squeezed orange juice
• 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon

To make, bring 2 cups of water and 1 1/2 cups of sugar to a boil in a saucepan for 3 minutes while stirring to create a syrup. Combine syrup in a pitcher with 6 cups of water, squeezed orange juice, and lemon juice. Refrigerate and serve over ice.

Ginger lemonade

Want to add a new twist to a classic drink? Ginger lemonade can help change up your routine for your next summer party. You will need the following simple ingredients from your grocery store:

• 3 cups of sugar
• 4 quarts water
• 14 slices fresh ginger root
• 4 cups fresh lemon juice
• 2 lemons (sliced)

Combine the sugar, water and ginger root in an 8-quart saucepan and bring to a boil while stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and stir in the required lemon juice and cool for 15 minutes. Next, remove the ginger and cool for at least one hour before serving. Garnish with sliced lemons.

These are just a few lemonade recipes from hundreds you can choose from. Get creative and have fun!