Refreshing peach lemonade 

Ingredients:

• 4 ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and chopped
• 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust according to sweetness preference)
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
• 4 cups cold water
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a small saucepan, combine the chopped peaches, granulated sugar, and 1 cup of water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the peaches are soft and the sugar has dissolved, stirring occasionally.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the peach mixture cool slightly.
4. Transfer the cooled peach mixture to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
5. Strain the peach puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove any solids. Discard the solids.
6. Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice to the peach puree in the pitcher.
7. Stir in 4 cups of cold water, or adjust the amount to achieve your desired level of sweetness and tartness.
8. Taste the peach lemonade and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
9. Chill the peach lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until cold.
10. To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled peach lemonade over the ice.
11. Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves, if desired.
12. Stir the peach lemonade before serving to ensure the flavors are well combined.
13. Enjoy your refreshing peach lemonade on a hot summer day!
14. This homemade peach lemonade is bursting with fresh peach flavor and a hint of tangy lemon, making it the perfect drink to cool down and relax with during the summer months. Cheers!