Warm afternoons beg for refreshing treats, so on the hottest summer day, I’m reaching for one of these zingy ...

The oils in the peel give lemonade a more robust lemon flavor. Tip: Focus on getting just the peel, but don’t worry if you also peel off some of the pith (white part), too.

This recipe comes from Food & Wine senior drinks editor Oset Babür-Winter, who spent summers visiting family in Turkey and drinking pitchers of mint lemonade with her aunt.

For sparkling lemonade, follow recipe instructions through blending and straining the strawberry mixture, then substitute 4 cups of club soda for the remaining water.

Lemonade is a classic summer refreshment that’s hard to improve on. That is, unless you turn it into a fruity cocktail with the help of bourbon and fresh strawberries. This simple recipe ...