# Components:
→ Lemonade Base
01 - 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 10-12 lemons)
02 - 1.25 cups granulated sugar
03 - 8 cups cold water
04 - 1 lemon, sliced for garnish
→ Fresh Fruit Mix-Ins
05 - 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
06 - 1 cup blueberries
07 - 1 cup raspberries
08 - 1 cup pineapple, diced
09 - 1 cup watermelon, cubed
10 - 1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
11 - 1 orange, sliced
→ Syrups and Add-Ins
12 - 0.5 cup simple syrup, optional for added sweetness
13 - 0.5 cup honey or agave syrup
14 - 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
15 - 0.25 cup basil leaves, optional
16 - Crushed ice or ice cubes as needed
# Directions:
01 - In a large pitcher, combine freshly squeezed lemon juice and granulated sugar. Stir vigorously until sugar dissolves completely. Add cold water and lemon slices, mix thoroughly, and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
02 - Place each variety of fresh fruit into separate bowls or glass jars for convenient guest service. Arrange mint and basil in small containers with serving spoons or pourers. Keep ice readily available in an ice bucket.
03 - Arrange the chilled lemonade base, fruit bowls, fresh herbs, syrups, and ice on a table or counter surface. Provide clean glasses, straws, and stirring utensils for guest use.
04 - Allow guests to fill glasses with ice and lemonade, then personalize their beverage with preferred fruits, herbs, and syrups. Stir and serve immediately.
