Spiked Lemonade
A refreshing homemade lemonade, customizable to taste, infused with rum or vodka for a perfect summer drink.
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Instructions
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Start boiling 1 cup of water in a small saucepan.
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Add sugar and lemon zest to the boiling water, remove from heat, and whisk until sugar dissolves; allow syrup to cool completely.
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Strain fresh lemon juice to remove pulp and seeds, then chill.
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Combine 1/2 cup rum or vodka, 1 cup cooled lemon syrup, 1 cup chilled lemon juice, and 4 cups cold water in a large pitcher.
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Stir, taste, and adjust ingredient quantities as needed to suit preference.
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Chill the lemonade for at least 1 hour.
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Serve over ice, garnished with lemon slices or seasonal fruits.