Creamy Lemonade Drink (Printable)

A luscious, tangy-sweet beverage combining fresh lemon juice and cream for a refreshing treat with a velvety finish.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Lemon Base

01 - 3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 2 cups cold water

→ Creamy Layer

04 - 1 cup heavy cream, chilled

→ Garnish (optional)

05 - Lemon slices
06 - Fresh mint leaves
07 - Ice cubes

# Preparation Steps:

01 - In a large pitcher, whisk together the lemon juice and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved.
02 - Add the cold water and stir to combine.
03 - Pour in the heavy cream and whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
05 - Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the creamy lemonade over the ice.
06 - Garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The texture is unlike anything you have ever had in a glass, somehow both light and luxuriously rich at the same time
  • It strikes that perfect balance between tart and sweet that makes your eyes light up with every sip
02 -
  • The cream will naturally separate if the lemonade sits too long, so give it a quick whisk before serving each glass
  • Adding the cream last prevents it from curdling, which happens when cream meets too much acid at once
03 -
  • Roll your lemons on the counter before juicing to extract every last drop of liquid
  • Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for ten minutes for an extra refreshing experience
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