The Best Homemade Lemonade Recipes – Classic, Watermelon, and Mint

Lemonade is the undisputed queen of summer drinks—refreshing, thirst-quenching, and the perfect companion for hot days. Best of all, it’s easy and quick to make at home, giving you room to play with flavors. Today, we’re sharing three tried-and-true recipes: classic, watermelon, and mint lemonade.  

1. Classic Lemonade – The Taste of Summer

This is the base recipe everyone should try first.

You’ll need:

• 4 lemons
• 1 liter of water
• 3–4 tablespoons of honey or sugar (to taste)
• Ice cubes

Squeeze the lemons, mix the juice with water and honey, and stir well. Serve over ice with a slice of lemon. A few mint leaves make a lovely garnish.  

2. Watermelon Lemonade – Fruity Delight

Perfect if you’ve got leftover watermelon in the fridge.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups of seedless watermelon flesh
• Juice of 2 lemons
• 2 cups sparkling water
• A few mint leaves
• Ice

Blend the watermelon and strain to remove pulp. Mix with lemon juice and sparkling water. Serve chilled with ice and mint.  

3. Mint Lemonade – Cool and Refreshing

Ideal for hot days or post-workout hydration.

Ingredients:

• Juice of 3 lemons
• A handful of fresh mint
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 liter cold water

Crush the mint lightly with the sugar in a mortar, then mix with lemon juice and water. Let sit for 10–15 minutes for the flavors to infuse. Strain before serving.

Summary

Homemade lemonade is a simple way to hydrate while enjoying a delicious, natural drink without artificial ingredients. Try mixing in different fruits, herbs, and sweeteners—you might just discover your new favorite flavor!