Using Fruit Ice cubes, this summer lemonade is the best recipe to enjoy while taking shelter from the sun. The fresh fruit ice cubes are easy to make.
Imagine that you are out in the blistering summer heat in July. You have spent the whole day working outside in the repressive summer heat.
You are sweating like a cowgirl at her first rodeo. You find that you have an uneven tan and your body temperature matches the sun’s temperature.
So, what drink were you thinking of all day??
What drink did you want to grab the first chance you got?
Either, I will grab this summer lemonade recipe or whip up a quick batch of my peach lemonade recipe.
This summer lemonade drink was running all around your thoughts, wasn’t it?
Who needs a cool beer when you have this cool and refreshing drink at hand, right?
Ok, in all honesty, this drink was made for July 4th themed picnics. It works for any hot summer day.
Summer lemonade makes me very happy. It is my favorite drink. I always make it and keep it in the refrigerator.
In the summer, I have a pitcher of it sitting in my refrigerator. In the winter, I will make it occasionally because Florida “winters” are a really non-existent.
The cold summer lemonade with fruit cubes is exactly what you need. The cubes are made with real fruits and the lemonade is made with fresh lime and lemons.
The taste is a perfect summer refreshing drink.
The ice cubes with fresh fruit is the real star of this recipe. I decided to use shape the fruits in the shape of the hearts.
“Why?”, you ask.
Well, I figure this is a perfect summer lemonade for your 4th of July picnic. It may be a little corny but it is a fun way to show that you love this country.
If you can find heart shaped ice cream modes, use those instead. The shapes make a huge difference in the lemonade.
For the fruits, I decided to go with watermelon, pears and blueberry. That is a nice red, white and blue theme, isn’t it?
Ok, a little corny again, I know. But, I think THIS is the time to get all-out corny and theme crazy.
July 4th and Valentine’s day are the only holidays where corny is acceptable.
What is your favorite way to summer lemonade recipe?
Summer Lemonade
Summer Lemonade
Ingredients
To make the fruit ice cubes
- 2 Slices watermelon small
- 2 Slices pears thinly sliced
- ½ cup blueberries fresh
- Water for making the ice cubes
To make the lemonade
- 8 cups water
- 1 cup sugar (or to taste)
- 2 Lemons juiced
- 2 Limes juiced
Instructions
To make the ice cubes
- Cut the watermelon and pears into cubes big enough to fit the ice cube hole
- Add fruits to the bottom of the tray
- Add the water to the ice cubes to fill it up
- Freeze for 4 hours to overnight.
To make the lemonade
- Bring the water and sugar to a boil
- Let it cool for about 30 minutes
- Add the lemon and lime juices
- Stir well
- Add the Ice Cubes and server immediately
Meaghan | Cook. Craft. Love. says
I can’t get over the adorable heart shaped fruit in the ice cubes. I have a nephew who would love that!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Meaghan. The heart shapes seem to be very popular with the children, for some reason. I am happy that they like it.
Mel @ avirtualvegan.com says
This looks so refreshing and the ice cubes are a great idea!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Mel.
Whitney says
This is just too cute! I bet it tastes so refreshing, too!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Whitney. It was delicious.
[email protected] says
Wow my son would love your fruit cubes in his lemonade!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Michelle. This seems to be a favorite amongst kids. It is one way to get them to eat fruits.
Megan Marlowe says
this looks so refreshing and I just love the ice cubes! my kids would love this!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Megan.
Byron Thomas says
Looks very refreshing! I think I’ll make some to take to a bbq this weekend.
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Byron. I think you will like it.
Patti @ CooksRecipeCollection.com says
I love a refreshing lemonade in the summer. Great idea to add the fruit too!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Patti. It is now my favorite summer recipe for lemonade.
Cindy (Vegetarian Mamma) says
This looks so refreshing! I just love the fruit cubes!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Cindy.
Joy @ Joy Love Food says
Lemonade is the ultimate summertime thirst quencher and your version with the fruit ice cube sounds absolutely incredible! My kids would go crazy for this, I will have to try it soon!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Joy. I have given this lemonade to kids and they love it.
christine says
So refreshing. I can see it now, me, in a float in my pool with a big glass of this lemonade….ah paradise!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Christine.
Michelle @ The Complete Savorist says
Utterly refreshing, could use a glass right now in this phoenix heat.
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Michelle. You deserve one of these
The Food Hunter says
how cute are those fruit cubes!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Theresa
Erin says
LOVE the ice cubes. I need lemonade every day in the summer. It really is the perfect summer drink!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Erin. Me too!
Renee says
I love everything about this! It looks delicious and refreshing! I always make fruit ice cubes!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Renee. Fruit Ice Cubes are my favorite thing in the world.
Mary says
I love lemonade, its tastes wonderful on hot summer days! Looking forward to giving yours a try!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Mary. I would love to hear your thoughts on the recipe.
Jessica says
This looks so refreshing and the fruit ice cubes are adorable!!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Jessica
Kristina says
these ice cubes are the best! this sounds incredibly refreshing, these days it does not take long to feel WAY to warm outside!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Kristina. The weather makes it easy to enjoy this anytime.
Ali @ Home & Plate says
This looks delicious. The fruit ice cubes are genius!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Ali.
lizzy says
This is so creative – fruit ice cubes?!?! Sometimes I don’t know why I didn’t think of something like this!!! I love this recipe – I am def. going ot make this for 4th of July by the pool for our party !! Thank you!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Lizzy. You are very creative in your way too. These ice cubes will go great in any recipe.
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says
You are lucky you get to enjoy this year round, with your mild winters. And I love those fruit ice cubes–you are right, those are the stars of the dish!
Healing Tomato says
Thank you, Kristen. I would give anything to go back to harsh winters, but, I am glad that I can make lemonade all year round.