Honey Lemonade
Enjoy the sizzle of summer while sipping on this light, refreshing Honey Lemonade! Made with freshly squeezed lemon juice, a 2-ingredient homemade honey simple syrup, and water, this unique twist on classic lemonade will be an instant favorite!
This Easy Honey Lemonade Recipe Is Perfection!
Homemade lemonade doesn’t get any easier than this Honey Lemonade! Made in under 10 minutes using just three ingredients, this Lemonade With Honey is the quintessential summer drink that’s cool, crisp, and refreshing.
This lemonade recipe is a standout with the vibrant lemon flavor pairing with earthy honey to make a delicious duo! Since the use of honey eliminates the need for granulated sugar or other refined sugars, this makes for a slightly healthier alternative to traditional lemonade that you can feel good about serving.
Therefore, you can enjoy this Honey Lemonade all summer long, guilt-free 😉 Or you can try out my Maine Maple Lemonade for another naturally sweetened lemonade!
Rebecca’s Recipe Review
Taste: Vibrant lemon flavor sweetened with earthy honey.
Texture: Refreshing liquid with some pulp.
Ease: 2/10
Pros: Unique and delicious twist on classic lemonade and super easy to prepare.
Cons: Honey flavor is strong and might not be appreciated by everyone.
Would I Make This Again? Yes, I’m a big fan of this recipe, right behind my Maple Lemonade!
Honey Lemonade Recipe Ingredients
- Lemons – I find that this recipe takes about 8 to 10 lemons to make a batch of Honey Lemonade. Be sure to clean the lemons before using them! To clean them, rinse each lemon under running cool water while rubbing away any visible dirt. For a more thorough clean, you can scrub them with a soft bristled vegetable brush. To extract as much juice from your lemons as possible, you can roll them on the counter using your palm with firm pressure to help loosen them up before slicing into them!
- Honey – The overall flavor of this homemade lemonade will depend on the kind of honey that you use. I prefer using a wildflower or fruit blossom honey, such as orange or blackberry!
- Water – Ice cold so you can enjoy a tall glass of Honey Lemonade right away!
How To Make Lemonade With Honey
- Prepare the Honey Simple Syrup in advance, if possible.
- Combine cooled homemade honey simple syrup with lemon juice and water in a large pitcher.
- Stir to combine the ingredients.
- Serve and enjoy!
Rebecca’s Tips
- If possible, prepare the honey simple syrup ahead of time to give it plenty of time to cool. This will also make whipping up a batch of Honey Lemonade even easier!
- To make honey simple syrup, combine 3/4 cup of honey with 3/4 cup of water in a small saucepan. Then heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the honey has completely dissolved and the simple syrup begins to simmer. Cool before using!
- Control the sweetness and honey flavor in your lemonade! To do so, add as much or as little homemade honey simple syrup as you want until the flavor of the lemonade reaches your desired balance of tart and sweet.
How To Serve Lemonade with Honey
Break out your cute glasses and turn this simple lemonade into a super fun summer sip! For an ice-cold experience, you can chill the glasses ahead of time by placing them in the freezer.
Fill the glasses with ice to your desired amount and then pour in the Honey Lemonade. Dress the glasses up by garnishing them with fresh lemon slices or wedges, lemon peel twists, mint, or even wildflowers. If you’d like, you can also use a cocktail pick for fresh berries!
Honey Lemonade Recipe Variations
- Honey Ginger Lemonade – Add fresh peeled ginger to the simple syrup and let it simmer for a few extra minutes.
- Jack Daniels Honey Lemonade – Add a shot of Jack for an alcoholic version.
- Honey Lemonade Soda – Replace half the water with club soda.
- Muddling Herbs – Use a muddler to mash up herbs like mint, basil, rosemary, or even cilantro in the bottom of your glass. Then pour the Honey Lemonade on top and enjoy!
- Honey Lavender Lemonade – Add a splash of Lavender Simple Syrup for a Honey Lavender Lemonade.
- Fresh Berries – Muddle up some fresh berries to add a fruity pulp to your glass of lemonade.
More Homemade Lemonade Recipes
- Homemade Berry Lemonade – Bursting with refreshing mixed berry flavor!
- Strawberry Lemonade – Made with bright lemons, sweet strawberries, and fizzy club soda!
- Best Lemonade Recipe (Roasted Lemonade) – An irresistible summer drink!
- Creamy Lemonade – A viral TikTok recipe that’s super easy to make with only 3 ingredients!
- Sparkling Raspberry Lemonade – Juicy, sparkling lemonade that’s perfect for a crowd!
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Honey Lemonade Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 to 1½ cups Honey Simple Syrup see notes
- 1 cup lemon juice about 8 to 10 lemons
- 4 cups water
- ice
- lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the 1 to 1½ cups Honey Simple Syrup in advance if possible. To do this, add ¾ cup honey and ¾ cup water to a small saucepan and heat until the honey has dissolved. This will help it mix in better.
- Add 1 cup of the simple syrup, 1 cup lemon juice, and 4 cups water to a pitcher and stir to combine. Add up to the remaining ½ cup of honey simple syrup to reach the desired balance of tart and sweet.
- Serve in glasses over ice and garnish with lemon slices and mint or wildflowers.
Notes
- The kind of honey you use will impact the overall flavor. I personally recommend a wildflower or fruit blossom honey, such as orange or blackberry.
- Nutritional information is an estimate based on 6 servings and 1.5 cups of honey simple syrup.
Nutrition
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