Lemonade

Lemonade, a delightful tangy-sweet drink, tickles flavour palates around the globe. Available as a readymade beverage or simple to prepare at home, its key ingredients are lemon juice, sugar, and water. The harmony of tang from the lemons tackling the sweetness of the sugar is what gives lemonade its charisma. A common query is whether the type of water used affects the overall taste - and the answer is yes, it does. Spring water and filtered water, free of strong mineral or chlorine taste, provide a neutral base that doesn't overshadow the lemon flavour. Many people mess up while dealing with the balance between sweetness and tartness - too much of either can throw off the drink. To get the most out of lemonade, you need to finesse the balance between the components; start with less sugar, taste it, and then add more if required. You can also experiment with different types of sweeteners such as honey, agave syrup or even stevia. Another pointer to getting the maximum out of your homemade lemonade is to use fresh lemons rather than bottled juices as the latter can lack the fresh zestiness integral to a good lemonade. A helpful hack when making lemonade is to roll the lemon on a flat surface with slight pressure before cutting and juicing, as this helps release more juice. Lemonade is also a great base to infuse other flavors like ginger, mint, lavender or fresh berries.