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Homemade Orangeade

Fresh homemade orangeade made with freshly squeezed oranges, cold water, and sugar for a bright, refreshing summer beverage.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 pounds fresh oranges about 6 medium oranges, washed and halved
  • 4 cups cold water
  • 1/4 cup sugar or to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt optional
  • Ice as needed for serving optional

Equipment

  • Citrus juicer or manual juicer
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Large pitcher
  • Stirring spoon
  • Fine mesh strainer

Method
 

  1. Wash all oranges under cold running water and pat dry.
  2. Cut each orange in half on a cutting board using a sharp knife.
  3. Juice the oranges using a citrus juicer until you have about 2 cups of juice.
  4. Strain the orange juice through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher to remove pulp and seeds (optional).
  5. Add 4 cups cold water to the pitcher with the juice.
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup sugar until completely dissolved, about 1 minute.
  7. Add 1/8 teaspoon sea salt if using and stir to combine.
  8. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
  9. Serve over ice or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and stir before serving.