Peach Lemonade | The Recipe Critic

This is the absolute BEST fresh peach lemonade recipe! Sweet juicy peaches combined with tart, tangy lemons make the most refreshing drink. You will want to have a pitcher of this in your fridge throughout the peach season!

Peaches are my favorite fruit, and it’s hard for me to wait until fall to get the best fresh peaches! When I do, I load up and make all the peach recipes! My favorites besides this lemonade include this homemade peach pie, my fresh peach smoothie, and my favorite peach salsa.

Fresh Peach Lemonade Recipe Ingredients

Fresh peach lemonade combines sweet peaches and tart lemons for a perfectly balanced drink that’s incredibly refreshing. Scroll to the recipe card for exact measurements.

• Fresh Peaches: Peaches are the perfect juicy fruit for this lemonade’s base. Their sweetness balances out the lemons’ tartness.
• Granulated Sugar: Adds sweetness and brings out the flavor of the peaches and lemons.
• Water: Gives the lemonade the right consistency making it a refreshing beverage.
• Fresh Lemon Juice: Fresh lemons make such a difference in the taste of this peach lemonade.
• Ice: Cools everything down and makes it so mouthwatering and thirst-quenching!
• Fresh Peach & Lemon Slices for Garnish: I am a sucker for a beautiful presentation! Get out some cute county fair glasses, fun straws, slice up some lemons and peaches, and toss everything together!

How to Make Peach Lemonade

Making fresh, homemade peach lemonade takes less than 20 minutes and is 100% worth it! The fresh peaches and tart lemons combine for a perfect marriage of summer sweetness.

1. Prep: Wash the peaches and remove the pits. You can peel the skin, but I like leaving it on for this syrup. Then dice the peaches.
2. Simmer: Add the peaches, sugar, and ½ cup of water to a saucepan and cook over medium. Cook the peaches for about 7-8 minutes, or until they are soft and syrupy and the sugar has dissolved and is bubbling.
3. Puree: Remove the pan from the heat and very carefully pour the peach mixture into a blender or a food processor. Place the lid on and cover it with a clean kitchen towel before blending until it is smooth. You can strain out the solids if you would like by using a spoon or spatula to press the syrup through a fine mesh strainer. Cover the syrup and let it cool to room temperature, or chill it in the refrigerator until you are ready to use it.
4. Serve: When you are ready to serve the lemonade, combine the peach syrup, lemon juice, 4 cups of cold water, and ice in a pitcher. Stir to combine. If desired, add slices of lemons and peaches for garnish.

More Fun Summer Drinks to Try

For me, exploring new drink recipes is a fun way to stay cool and hydrated. Whether you’re in the mood for something classic or want to try something new, there’s a drink here for you!