In a medium saucepan, heat the honey and 1 cup of water over low heat until the honey dissolves and is thoroughly mixed with the water. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.
½ to ⅔ cup honey
Add ice to a large pitcher then pour in the lemon juice and honey syrup.
Ice, 1 ½ cups lemon juice
Pour in the remaining 4 cups of water, and stir to combine.
Serve in individual glasses over ice. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.
Notes
*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cup (8 ounces). Actual calories will vary.*Recipe makes between 7-8 cups total. The amount varies if you adjust the ingredients.*See post below for additional information!*This article (photos, text, and recipe) was update on 3/27/24. The recipe was adjusted slightly to lessen the honey flavor and add more lemon flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Honey Lemonade
Serving Size
8 ounces
Amount per Serving
Calories
85
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.1
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.02
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.01
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.003
g
Sodium
10
mg
0
%
Potassium
66
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
24
g
8
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
21
g
23
%
Protein
0.3
g
1
%
Vitamin A
3
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
20
mg
24
%
Calcium
10
mg
1
%
Iron
0.1
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.