This mango lemonade is sweet, tangy, and full of fresh mango flavor. It’s the kind of drink that instantly cools you down and keeps you coming back for more.
Sweet and Tangy Mango Lemonade
Mango lemonade has always been a favorite. It’s so simple to make, but it feels (and truly is) a little more special than regular lemonade. It’s just fresh mango, lemon juice, sugar, and water blended together until smooth. A quick strain, some ice, and it’s ready to go.
The mango adds a natural sweetness and a smooth texture, so you don’t need a ton of sugar to balance out the tart lemon. I like to blend everything first, then strain it to keep the lemonade smooth without any pulp. If you prefer a little texture, you can skip the straining step.
Once it’s chilled, just pour it over ice and throw in some lemon and mango slices for a little extra something. A sprig of mint on top makes it feel even fresher. It’s easy, refreshing, and perfect for whenever you want something a little different from classic lemonade.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Just blend, strain, and pour. No complicated steps, and it’s ready in minutes.
- The mango adds natural sweetness, so the lemon isn’t too tart, and the sugar isn’t overpowering.
- Perfect for a hot day, and you can adjust the sweetness or fruit to your liking.
Ingredients
This mango lemonade keeps things simple with just a handful of fresh ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need and why each one matters:
- Granulated Sugar – Sweetens the lemonade and balances out the tartness.
- Lemon Juice – Freshly squeezed for that bright, zesty kick.
- Mangoes – Adds natural sweetness and a smooth, tropical flavor.
- Water – Thins everything out to the perfect consistency.
- Ice – Cools it down and makes it extra refreshing.
- To serve (garnish) – Ice, lemon slices, mango slices, and mint for a fresh and vibrant finish.
How to Make Mango Lemonade
Find the complete recipe with measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
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Step One: Blend It Up
Toss everything except the ice into your blender. Let it run for about 60 seconds until smooth. -
Step Two: Strain and Chill
Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer straight into your pitcher, letting it flow over about 2 cups of ice. -
Step Three: Serve It Up
Give it a good stir, then pour into glasses. Add lemon slices, more ice, and a sprig of fresh mint to finish it off.
Recipe Tips
Here are a few easy ways to tweak this mango lemonade to suit your taste.
- Adjust the sweetness – If your mangoes are really ripe, you might not need as much sugar. Taste and change it up as you go.
- Strain or don’t – Straining gives you a smooth lemonade, but if you don’t mind a little pulp, you can skip that step.
- Serve it cold – Let it chill in the fridge before serving, or pour it over plenty of ice to keep it nice and refreshing.
Storing Your Mango Lemonade
If you have any leftovers, here’s how to keep them fresh:
- Refrigerate in an airtight container – It’ll stay good for 5-7 days. Mason jars work well for storing and pouring.
- Give it a stir – The mango and lemon may settle a bit, so just shake or stir before serving.
- Keep it chilled – Store it in the fridge and pour over fresh ice when ready to drink.
Frequently Asked Questions
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My blender won’t hold all the ingredients. Do I have to make this in batches? If your blender is too small, blend the sugar, lemon juice, and mango with 2-3 cups of water first, then stir in the rest of the water in your pitcher.
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Can I double this recipe? Yes, this recipe doubles easily. If all the ingredients don’t fit in your blender, just make it in batches.
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Can I add more mango than recommended? You can add a little extra if you have two large mangoes and end up with around 2 cups of pulp. But if you’re close to 1 ½ cups, there’s no need to cut up another mango—too much can overpower the lemon.
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Don’t I need to make a simple syrup for lemonade? Nope. Blending everything together dissolves the sugar, so there’s no need to make a separate syrup.
More Lemonade Recipes
If you’re in the mood for more refreshing drinks, here are a couple other lemonade recipes to try.
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Mango Lemonade
Equipment
- measuring cups and spoons For accurate measuring of ingredients.
- Blender Purees the mangoes and blends everything smoothly.
- fine-mesh sieve Strains out any pulp for a smooth lemonade.
- pitcher Holds the finished lemonade, ready to serve.
- Knife For slicing mangoes and lemons.
- Cutting board For slicing mangoes and lemons.
- Citrus Juicer Makes squeezing fresh lemon juice easier.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1-1/2 cups diced, fresh mango
- 5 cups cold, filtered water
- 2 cups ice
- Optional Garnish: More ice, sliced lemon rounds, sliced mango and fresh mint
Instructions
- Add sugar, lemon juice, mango and water to a blender and blend for 60 seconds.2/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup fresh lemon juice, 1-1/2 cups diced, fresh mango, 5 cups cold, filtered water
- Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher over about 2 cups of ice.2 cups ice
- Stir, then serve with lemon slices, mango, more ice, and fresh mint.Optional Garnish: More ice, sliced lemon rounds, sliced mango and fresh mint
Notes
Nutrition
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