Mango Lemonade Refreshing Drink (Print-Friendly Version)
Chilled mango and lemon combine for a tangy, sweet beverage ideal for warm weather and gatherings.
# What You'll Need:
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2 ripe mangoes, peeled and diced
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240 ml fresh lemon juice (from approximately 4–6 lemons)
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200 g granulated sugar, adjustable to taste
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950 ml cold water, divided
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Ice cubes, as needed
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Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
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Fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)
# How to Make It:
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In a blender, combine the diced mangoes with 240 ml of cold water and blend until completely smooth.
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Strain the mango puree through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard mango pulp.
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Add fresh lemon juice and granulated sugar to the strained mango juice in the pitcher. Stir thoroughly until the sugar fully dissolves.
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Pour in the remaining 710 ml of cold water and mix well. Taste and modify sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or lemon juice as desired.
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Refrigerate the mango lemonade for at least 30 minutes to allow flavours to meld and chill thoroughly.
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Pour over ice cubes in glasses. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves if preferred before serving.
# Additional Tips:
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For a sparkling variant, substitute part or all of the water with chilled sparkling water.
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Enhance flavour with a pinch of salt or a handful of fresh basil leaves blended with the mango.