Blood Orange Lemonade

Jun 26, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

A refreshing iced lemonade featuring fresh lemon juice and vibrant blood orange syrup, balanced with simple syrup and cold water.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 fl oz (60.0 ml)fresh lemon juice
1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)simple syrup
7.0 fl oz (210.0 ml)cold filtered water
1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)blood orange syrup
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice

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Instructions

Combine lemon juice, simple syrup, cold filtered water, and blood orange syrup in a glass.
Stir until the mixture is uniform and taste for balance.
Fill a serving glass with ice and pour the lemonade mixture over the ice.
Serve immediately.

Tips

Use fresh blood orange syrup or homemade for best flavor. You can substitute sparkling water for filtered water to add fizz.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make blood orange lemonade?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make blood orange lemonade ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.

Is this drink vegan?

Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.

A refreshing iced lemonade featuring fresh lemon juice and vibrant blood orange syrup, balanced with simple syrup and cold water.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

113 Calories / serving

0.2g Fat

30.0g Carbs

1.0g Protein

25.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~113 cal · 0g fat · 30g carbs · 1g protein · 25g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 113 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 21 min·1.2 mi·~2450 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 15 min·0.8 mi·~1500 steps
Moderate cycling 11 min·2.2 mi
Swimming laps 16 min
Jogging 11 min·0.9 mi·~1750 steps
Stair climbing 10 min·~900 steps
Dancing 18 min
Bodyweight circuit training 11 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 26 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.