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Four Citrus Lemonade

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Citrus Lemonade - Delia Creates (36 of 46)0604Because, sometimes just lemons aren’t enough. 馃槈Four Citrus Lemonade - Delia CreatesReally, though I just tried聽out聽this recipe idea for fun and it turned out yummy! Love it when that happens.

Four Citrus Lemonade - Delia CreatesFour Citrus Lemonade - Delia Creates Four Citrus Lemonade - Delia CreatesThe recipe is simple…as it should be:

Four Citrus Lemonade - Delia Creates

FOUR CITRUS LEMONADE

1. Make a simple syrup:

1 cup sugar + 1 cup water = simple syrup
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Stir until dissolved and boil/simmer until thickened like I did with THIS recipe.
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optional: To make a mint infused syrup (which pairs well with the blend of citrus),
聽add a bruised sprig of mint to the sugar/water mixture.
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Let syrup cool.
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2. Juice:

1 grapefruit
2 large oranges (or 3 small)
7-8 lemons
2 limes
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+ slice up some of each kind of citrus for garnish
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3. Mix:

simple syrup + citrus blend of juicies + 5-6 cups of water + garnish slices of citrus =
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Citrus Lemonade - Delia Creates (46 of 46)0604A fusion of deliciousness and beautiful eye candy. 馃檪

Four Citrus Lemonade - Delia CreatesI left the water amount variable so that you can mix your lemonade to your preferred dilution. I like mine strong and sour, but my man likes his聽less tart. So I usually always add water to his cup when I pour him a glass.

Truth be told, really, either way is goo-ood.

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Enjoy!

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  1. I’m a long-time follower of your blog and I’m in awe of you! 馃檪 Anyway, this is perfect! I’ve been looking for a lemonade recipe that’s just a little bit different from the rest and as always, you’ve delivered! 馃檪

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  2. Just reading this made my mouth water! I love limeade and lemonade so there’s no way I won’t be trying this recipe out, thanks!

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  6. I made this today and it was delicious! I sweetened it with some of the simple syrup as well as a bit of maple syrup to add a little something extra. Either way this is a great recipe!

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