It may seem an unlikely combination, but adding lemonade to your iced coffee creates a bold, tangy and delicious drink. Think of it as an Arnold Palmer, with strong coffee instead of black tea.
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To make homemade lemonade, first make simple syrup by bringing sugar and water to a boil until sugar dissolves. Let cool.
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Juice lemons.
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Stir together water, simple syrup and lemon juice.
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To make the iced coffee lemonade, fill a glass with ice.
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Pour double-strength coffee and lemonade over the ice.
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Add a splash of sparkling water.
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Serve and enjoy.
SERVES 1
What You'll Need
1 cup double-strength coffee* (try Starbucks® Kenya brewed in a Coffee Press)
½ cup lemonade (fresh-squeezed or readymade)
Splash of sparkling water
For Homemade Lemonade (Makes about 3 cups)
¼ cup white sugar
2 cups water
¼ cup fresh-squeezed lemon juice
How To Make
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Make Homemade Lemonade:
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In a small saucepan, combine sugar and ¼ cup of the water. Stir over medium heat until sugar has dissolved into simple syrup, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
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In a pitcher or large jar, add remaining water, the simple syrup and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Store in an airtight container, refrigerated, for up to 3–4 weeks.
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Make Iced Coffee Lemonade:
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Fill a glass with ice. Pour double-strength coffee and lemonade over the ice. Stir together, then top with a splash of sparkling water and lemon slice. Serve and enjoy.
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*Note: Because the ice and lemonade will dilute the coffee, you’ll want to double brew it. If you’re using a coffee press, add four tablespoons of coffee to every six ounces of water.