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Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade

May 22, 2017 By Katie Moseman 10 Comments

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Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade is made with fresh lemons lightly grilled with brown sugar.  Perfect for summer cookouts and entertaining!

This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of Char-Broil; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade is made with fresh lemons lightly grilled with brown sugar. Perfect for summer cookouts and entertaining!

Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade

When I was a kid, Dad used to break out the grill on a pretty regular basis.  The memory of grilled hot dogs and hamburgers has stayed clear in my memory after all these years.

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When we lived in an apartment, he’d store the grill under the stairwell, and roll it out onto the sidewalk when it was time to fire it up.  The scent of the smoke would waft all over the grassy space between buildings and would swoop into the apartment when the front door was opened to carry out the platters of meat.

Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade Glasses

Later on, when we moved into a house, grilled burgers were practically a required element of summer.  In fact, I think we rarely, if ever, had any other kind.  My love for hot dogs developed because of the superior flavor obtained by cooking them on the grill.

Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade next to grill

Now that I have a Char-Broil TRU Infrared Grill, I’m looking forward to creating similar summer memories for my kids.  They both love cheeseburgers, and one of them is already beginning to like hot dogs, too.

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I can’t help but get that “Wow!” feeling when I use my Char-Broil grill.  It’s impressive, yet not intimidating to use.  You just fire it up with one touch of the Surefire ignition button, then monitor the temperature of the grill with the built in thermometer.  Duel fuel capability means you can use a propane tank (check out the attached fuel tank gauge) or connect to natural gas at home.

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The even distribution of heat makes it easy to arrange foods on the grill without worrying about hot and cold spots, or flare-ups.

Grilled lemons Lemons on the grill

Plus, the side shelf gives you a place to put a tray, while the side griddle gives you a unique cooking surface separate from the main grill.

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To change things up a little, I decided to make a summer time beverage using the grill.  That’s right, drinks from the grill!

By grilling lemons with brown sugar, you create a lovely caramelized flavor.  Once they’ve cooled enough to handle, you squeeze the lemon juice and make the best lemonade you’ve ever tasted.

Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade with Mint and Basil

I like to get a little fancy by garnishing the grilled lemonade with mint and basil leaves, but it’s excellent plain as well.

If you serve this at your next cookout, you’ll get rave reviews from all your guests.  That’s the magic of grilling!  It works on more than just meats.  Check out the Char-Broil TRU Infrared Grill and see how it can take your entertaining to the next level for Memorial Day, summertime, and beyond.

Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade Recipe

Frequently Asked Questions About Grilled Lemonade

Can you use a different sugar in the lemonade if you want to?  Use any combination of white and brown sugar you like.

Can you use different herbs in grilled lemonade?  You can swap in different fresh herbs for creative flavor combinations.  You could use sage, or rosemary, or any fresh herb of your choice.  Or leave it out!

Can you add fruit to grilled lemonade?  You can definitely serve it over cut fruit, such as strawberries or starfruit, for a fruity variation.

Can I use limes instead of lemons in grilled lemonade?  I haven’t tried this, but make sure you don’t overcook the limes or they will be too squishy to squeeze.

Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade Recipe
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Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade

Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade is made with fresh lemons lightly grilled with brown sugar. Perfect for summer cookouts and entertaining!

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 207 kcal
Author Katie Moseman

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar for coating the lemons
  • 6 lemons large with thick skins, to yield 3/4 cup of juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for the lemonade
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar for the lemonade
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 ounce fresh mint optional
  • 1 ounce fresh basil optional

Instructions

  1. Cut the lemons in half and sprinkle the cut ends with brown sugar, pressing lightly to make it stick.

  2. Place directly on the grill and cook for about 2 minutes, until the sugar melts.  The lemons will not brown much.  Don't overcook or they will lose too much juice.

  3. Place the grilled lemon halves on a plate in the refrigerator to cool off until they're comfortable to handle. 

  4. Squeeze the lemon halves until you have 3/4 cup of juice.  Add the lemon juice, granulated sugar, and  light brown sugar to the water and whisk until the sugar dissolves.  Serve over ice; add a sprig of basil and mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts
Brown Sugar Grilled Lemonade
Amount Per Serving
Calories 207
% Daily Value*
Sodium 15mg1%
Potassium 97mg3%
Carbohydrates 53g18%
Sugar 51g57%
Vitamin A 675IU14%
Vitamin C 3.5mg4%
Calcium 55mg6%
Iron 0.8mg4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Maggie

    May 22, 2017 at 8:23 am

    5 stars
    I never heard of grilled lemonade. Looks good!

    Reply
  2. lauren

    May 22, 2017 at 8:24 am

    5 stars
    I love lemonade but have never tried grilling the lemons. Will have to do that wwhen we cook out next.

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  3. Mrs. P

    May 22, 2017 at 8:25 am

    That is crazy! I would not have thought to grill the lemons. But brown sugar sounds pretty good to me.

    Reply
  4. Kaley M.

    May 22, 2017 at 8:25 am

    5 stars
    Mmm…. now this is right up my alley!

    Reply
  5. Abbey Olivo

    May 22, 2017 at 5:44 pm

    This is so creative, I have never heard of anyone making lemonade like this before! We will have to give it a try, my hubby and I were just chatting about how we need good summer drinks in our repertoire.

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    • Katie Moseman

      May 23, 2017 at 12:57 pm

      I was surprised by how rich it tasted. The caramelization really comes through!

      Reply
  6. Linda

    May 27, 2017 at 9:36 am

    This is a new twist on a traditional summer drink. I think I’ll have to try this. Thanks.

    Wishes for tasty dishes,
    Linda

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    • Katie Moseman

      May 28, 2017 at 11:08 am

      Thank you Linda! It was a fun experiment that ended up working well. Hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  7. Sofia Berseneva

    May 27, 2021 at 11:48 am

    This looks amazing! I would really like to multiply this by 5 or 6 for a large get together this Memorial Day weekend. I was going to put this in a large beverage dispenser with ice on the side so it doesn’t water down over time.
    How long can this stand without refrigeration?
    Your help is greatly appreciated!

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    • Katie Moseman

      May 27, 2021 at 12:31 pm

      This would count as an unpasteurized juice, so I’d go with the USDA guideline if you are leaving it at room temperature (remember, this is an indoor temp, not outdoors, and definitely not in the sun): https://ask.usda.gov/s/article/How-should-I-store-unpasteurized-fruit-juice

      Personally, because I’m a bit of a food safety nut, I’d probably do it a little differently: use less water, making it more concentrated, then put the concentrate over ice so that it’s immediately chilled and (because it’s concentrated) not watered down. The more concentrated the better, because you can always add ice or water until it’s properly diluted. That way, it stays at a safer (cold) temperature.

      Hope these ideas help! 🙂

      Reply

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