This passion fruit lemonade recipe is a delightful twist on the classic lemonade. It combines the tangy flavor of fresh passion fruit with the zesty brightness of lemon juice, creating a refreshing and unique drink. The recipe is simple and easy to follow, making it perfect for a hot day or any time you want a tropical treat.
How to make Passion Fruit Lemonade
Ingredients:
- 1 cup fresh passion fruit juice (about 4-5 passion fruits)
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and passion fruit seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions:
- Extract Passion Fruit Juice: Cut the passion fruits in half and scoop out the pulp into a bowl. Strain the pulp through a sieve to obtain 1 cup of fresh passion fruit juice.
Note: You can use fresh passion fruit juice for a smooth and refined lemonade, but if you don’t mind a bit of texture, you can use the whole passion fruit pulp, seeds and all. Simply cut the passion fruits in half and scoop out the pulp into a bowl. Mash the pulp to release the juice and mix it with the rest of your ingredients.
- Juice the Lemons: Squeeze the lemons to get 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Strain to remove seeds and pulp if necessary.
- Prepare the Syrup: In a pitcher, combine the granulated sugar with 1 cup of hot water. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved to make a simple syrup.
- Mix the Lemonade: Add the passion fruit juice and lemon juice to the pitcher with the simple syrup. Stir well to combine.
- Add Cold Water: Pour in the remaining 3 cups of cold water and stir until the lemonade is well mixed.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with lemon slices and passion fruit seeds if desired.
- Chill and Enjoy: For the best flavor, chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy this refreshing drink on a hot day!
