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Chick-fil-A® Lemonade served in a glass with fresh lemons and sugar on a rustic table.

Chick-fil-A Lemonade

A refreshing copycat version of the famous Chick-fil-A Lemonade, bright with fresh lemon juice and perfectly balanced sweetness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage, Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lemonade Base
  • 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice Usually 4 to 6 lemons, depending on size
  • 3/4 to 1 cup white sugar Start with 3/4 cup and adjust to taste
  • 1 cup warm water To help dissolve the sugar
  • 3 to 4 cups cold water Adjust to taste
  • Ice Ice For serving
  • a pinch salt Optional, enhances lemon flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a pitcher, stir the sugar into the warm water until it looks clear and the sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Add your fresh lemon juice. Stir and taste. It should taste very strong.
  3. Add cold water a little at a time, stirring and tasting as you go to achieve your desired flavor.
  4. Add ice liberally and include lemon slices if desired.

Notes

Do not skip dissolving sugar in warm water first. If your lemons taste slightly bitter, strain the juice to catch seeds and extra pulp.