Description

This Condensed Milk Lemonade is a creamy, refreshing beverage perfect for hot summer days. Combining tart freshly squeezed lemon juice with sweetened condensed milk creates a smooth, rich lemonade that balances sweetness and citrus zing. Easy to prepare with no cooking required, it’s garnished with fresh mint and lemon slices for an elegant presentation.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Lemonade

1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups cold water (adjust for desired sweetness)
Zest of 1 lemon
Ice cubes, as needed

For Garnish

Fresh mint leaves, as needed
Lemon slices, as needed

Instructions

Combine lemon juice and condensed milk: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the freshly squeezed lemon juice and sweetened condensed milk until smooth and fully combined to create the lemonade base.
Add cold water and adjust sweetness: Gradually stir in 2 cups of cold water. Taste the mixture and add more water if needed to balance the tartness and sweetness to your preference.
Add lemon zest: Stir in the lemon zest to infuse the lemonade with extra fresh citrus flavor.
Prepare pitcher with ice: Fill a large pitcher with enough ice cubes to keep the lemonade chilled.
Pour mixture and mix: Pour the lemonade mixture over the ice in the pitcher and gently stir to combine and chill evenly.
Serve and garnish: Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices on the rim for an attractive and refreshing finish.

Notes

Adjust the amount of water to control the tartness and sweetness to your preference.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor.
The lemon zest enhances flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
Serve immediately over ice for optimal refreshment as the ice may dilute the drink over time.
For a vegan alternative, use sweetened condensed coconut milk, though this will alter the flavor profile.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Beverage
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Condensed Milk Lemonade, creamy lemonade, summer drinks, refreshing beverages, easy lemonade recipe, sweetened condensed milk drink