Lychee Lemonade

5 from 2 votes

This Lychee Lemonade is bright, refreshing, and brimming with tropical flavors! It showcases fresh lemons and sweet lychee for a unique and colorful twist on regular homemade lemonade. It’s the perfect way to quench your thirst on a hot summer day!

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 97

Author Jessica Kwon

Ingredients

¼ cup fresh lemon juice about 1-2 lemons
1 (20 oz) can lychee in syrup
2 cups cold water
Ice cubes

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Open the canned lychee and strain, reserving syrup. Finely dice the lychee fruit, making sure it's small enough to fit through a straw.
In a large pitcher, combine diced lychee, 1¼ cup (300 ml) syrup from canned lychees, lemon juice, and cold water. Stir well and season to taste. Store in fridge.
Right before serving, fill pitcher with ice cubes.

Notes

Squeeze out more juice from your lemons by using room-temperature fruits. If they’re cold, just microwave them for 20-30 seconds until they’re lightly warm to the touch, and roll them on the counter before cutting.
Everyone's taste buds are different. Some people prefer a tart, less sweet lemonade, while others love a sugary drink. Start with the suggested amount of syrup from the canned lychees, but don't be afraid to adjust it to your taste with homemade simple syrup, honey, or agave. Simply boil your sweetener of choice with water for an quick and easy homemade syrup.
Prevent your small straws from getting clogged from the diced fruit. Instead, serve the Lychee Lemonade with large boba straws.
Storing Leftovers: Store lemonade in an airtight container or tightly covered pitcher with a lid or plastic wrap. Refrigerate for up to 7 days.
Freezing: You can freeze the lemonade in ice cube trays and then store them in freezer-safe bags for up to 6 months. Simply thaw in the fridge or at room temperature to enjoy Lychee Lemonade again.
Make ahead: You can prepare this drink 1-2 days in advance for parties or events. Don't add ice until ready to serve.

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