Description
Coconut Water Lemonade brings tropical refreshment to classic citrus sips, merging Caribbean coolness with zesty American charm. Crisp lemon notes dance alongside smooth coconut water, creating a hydrating summer drink you’ll crave after sun-soaked adventures.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids:
- 4 cups coconut water (unsweetened, not from concentrate)
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Sweeteners:
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Garnish (optional):
- Lemon slices
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Extract approximately 120 milliliters (½ cup) of fresh lemon juice by firmly rolling and then squeezing 3 ripe lemons on a citrus juicer or reamer.
- Transfer the vibrant, tangy lemon juice into a spacious glass container or compact serving pitcher.
- Pour 240 milliliters (8 fluid ounces) of chilled, pure coconut water directly into the container with the lemon juice.
- Thoroughly blend the citrus and coconut liquid using a long-handled spoon, ensuring a smooth, integrated mixture.
- Gradually incorporate maple syrup, adjusting the sweetness to personal preference by adding 1-and tasting incrementally.
- Fill serving glasses with crisp, cold ice cubes to create a refreshing base for the beverage.
- Gently pour the coconut water lemonade over the ice, allowing the liquid to cascade smoothly.
- Enhance the presentation by garnishing each glass with delicate, thin lemon slice rounds or fresh mint leaves.
- Alternatively, refrigerate the entire prepared batch for up to 24 hours, allowing flavors to meld and develop a more nuanced taste profile.
Notes
- Freshly squeeze lemons to extract maximum flavor and natural sweetness, ensuring a vibrant and zesty base for your drink.
- Choose pure, natural coconut water without added sugars for a clean, refreshing tropical twist that complements the tangy lemon.
- Adjust maple syrup gradually, tasting as you go, to create a perfectly balanced sweetness that doesn’t overpower the citrus notes.
- Chill the lemonade thoroughly to enhance its crisp, revitalizing qualities and allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve with decorative lemon slices floating on top to elevate the visual appeal and provide an extra burst of citrus aroma.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days, keeping the drink fresh and ready to enjoy whenever you need a quick, hydrating beverage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 72 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 35 mg
- Fat: 0.2 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg