Recipes Drinks Recipes Lemonade Recipes Old-Fashioned Pink Lemonade 4.6 (81) 58 Reviews 16 Photos Pink lemonade is a wonderfully refreshing drink during the hot summer months. Garnish with mint leaves and orange or lemon slices. Submitted by Tonni Padgett Updated on November 16, 2024 Save Rate Print Share Close Add Photo 16 16 16 16 Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 10 mins Servings: 12 Jump to Nutrition Facts Jump to recipe This gorgeous pink lemonade recipe is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. How to Make Pink Lemonade You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the pink lemonade recipe below, but let's go over the basics: What Is Pink Lemonade – And What Makes It Pink? Pink lemonade can get its rosy hue from the addition of food dyes or fruit juices. Most store-bought pink lemonades contain dye, but this homemade version is tinted by cranberry juice. How Is Pink Lemonade Made? To make this homemade pink lemonade, simply combine all the ingredients in a pitcher. Could it be any easier? Find the full, step-by-step recipe below with detailed instructions. How to Serve Pink Lemonade Serve the pink lemonade over ice and garnish each glass with a lemon slice or wedge for an extra pop of color. Can You Make Pink Lemonade Ahead of Time? Sure! You can make pink lemonade up to three days in advance. If it looks like the sugar is separating, give the lemonade a good stir before serving. Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise “Excellent and refreshing,” raves Courtney Autumn Holmes. “It was our first time making homemade lemonade and we were not disappointed.” “It has the right amount of absolutely everything,” according to Tati M. “Perfect for a summer drink!” “This is so good and super easy,” says Kelly. “Will definitely become a regular for our household!” Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Cook Mode (Keep screen awake) Ingredients 1x 2x 4x Oops! Something went wrong. Our team is working on it. Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings 9 cups water 2 cups white sugar 2 cups fresh lemon juice 1 cup cranberry juice, chilled ice as needed Directions Combine water, sugar, lemon juice, and cranberry juice in a large pitcher; stir until sugar dissolves. Serve in tall glasses over ice. I Made It Print 93 home cooks made it! Nutrition Facts (per serving) 151 Calories 40g Carbs 0g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 12 Calories 151 % Daily Value * Sodium 1mg 0% Total Carbohydrate 40g 14% Dietary Fiber 0g 1% Total Sugars 37g Protein 0g 0% Vitamin C 28mg 31% Calcium 4mg 0% Potassium 54mg 1% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.