Description

Kick off summer with a vibrant Memorial Day Lemonade Bar featuring three refreshing variations: classic, fruity berry, and invigorating cucumber-ginger. This delightful drink station is perfect for gatherings, allowing guests to customize their beverages while enjoying the sunshine. With easy preparation and stunning presentation, it’s sure to be the highlight of your celebration!

Ingredients

Scale

6–8 fresh lemons (about 1 cup lemon juice)
1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups filtered water
1 cup sliced fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries)
1 cup cucumber slices
1 cup thinly sliced fresh ginger
Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

Juice the lemons into a measuring cup until you have about 1 cup of juice.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water; stir until dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
In a large pitcher, mix lemon juice with cooled syrup and add 4 cups cold water; stir well.
Divide the lemonade base into three pitchers or jars; add berries to one jar, cucumber slices to another, and ginger to the last.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.
Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves or additional fruit slices.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Beverage
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass (240ml)
Calories: 110
Sugar: 26g
Sodium: 5mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Customize flavors by swapping lemons for limes or blood oranges. Use flavored syrups like raspberry or mint for unique variations. Leftover lemonade can be stored in airtight containers in the fridge for up to three days.