Raising Cane's Lemonade Recipe
Recreate the famous Raising Cane’s Lemonade Recipe with fresh lemons, granulated sugar, cold water, and ice for a refreshing drink.
Equipment
- Citrus juicer or reamer
- Fine mesh strainer (optional)
- Large pitcher
- Measuring cups
- Long spoon for stirring
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 8 –10 large fresh lemons about 1½ cups lemon juice
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 6 cups cold water
- 2 cups ice plus more for serving
Optional (but recommended):
- Extra lemon slices for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Juice the Lemons
- Roll the lemons firmly on the counter to release the juice. Cut them in half and juice until you have about 1½ cups of fresh lemon juice. Strain out seeds if needed, but keep some pulp—that’s part of the authentic texture.
Step 2: Dissolve the Sugar
- In your pitcher, combine the sugar with 1 cup of warm water. Stir until the sugar fully dissolves. This step is important—it prevents gritty lemonade.
Step 3: Build the Lemonade
- Add the fresh lemon juice to the sugar mixture. Pour in the remaining cold water and stir well.
Step 4: Add Ice
- Add ice directly to the pitcher. This slightly dilutes the lemonade while chilling it, just like Cane’s does.
Step 5: Taste and Adjust
- Taste the lemonade. If it’s too tart, add a little more sugar. Too sweet? Add a splash of water or lemon juice. Trust your taste.
- Serve immediately over ice.