Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Chilling Time: Optional 1 hour
Total Time: 10–70 minutes
Servings: 2
Ingredients
1 fresh lemon
500 ml water
Ice cubes, optional
Instructions
Wash the lemon: Rinse the lemon well under running water.
Roll the lemon: Place it on the countertop and gently roll it back and forth with your palm for 15–20 seconds.
Cut the lemon: Cut the lemon into two halves.
Juice the lemon: Squeeze the juice from both halves into a container. Remove any seeds.
Mix with water: Pour the fresh lemon juice into 500 ml of water and stir well.
Let it blend: Allow the lemon water to sit for a few minutes so the flavor can spread through the water.
Adjust the taste: Add more lemon juice for a stronger flavor or more water for a milder taste. Add a sweetener if desired.
Add ice: Add ice cubes if you want the drink cold.
Serve: Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
