June also marked AACORN’s first visit to Vineyard Assisted Living, where participants and residents gathered to enjoy homemade lemonade, freshly baked cookies prepared by our participants, and great conversation.
The lemonade was such a hit that we couldn’t resist sharing the recipe! Whether you’re looking for a refreshing summer drink or simply want to enjoy a small taste of this special day, we hope you’ll give it a try.
More importantly, this recipe reminds us of an afternoon filled with laughter, conversation, new friendships, and meaningful connections between AACORN participants and the residents of Vineyard Assisted Living. We hope it was the first of many visits together.
AACORN’s Homemade Lemonade
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 5–6 lemons)
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 3–4 cups cold water
Directions
- Combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan and heat until the sugar dissolves. Allow to cool.
- Stir together the fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and 3–4 cups cold water.
- Chill well and serve over ice.
AACORN Tip: Roll each lemon firmly on the countertop before juicing. It helps release even more juice!
We hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we enjoyed sharing it with our new friends at Vineyard Assisted Living.
