Scale

4 ripe peaches, peeled and pitted

1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)

1/4 cup honey or sugar (adjust to taste)

4 cups cold water

Ice cubes

Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Puree the peaches: In a blender, combine the peeled and pitted peaches with 1/2 cup of water. Blend until smooth.

Make the lemonade: In a large pitcher, mix the fresh lemon juice, honey or sugar, and the peach puree. Stir until the sweetener is dissolved.

Add water: Pour in the remaining 3 1/2 cups of cold water, and stir to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more honey or sugar if needed.

Chill: Refrigerate the peach lemonade for at least 30 minutes to cool.

Serve: Pour the lemonade over ice cubes and garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.