Frozen lemonade concentrate makes 1/2 gallon of prepared lemonade.
Understanding Lemonade Concentrate Yield
When you purchase frozen lemonade concentrate, you're not buying ready-to-drink lemonade. Instead, you're getting a concentrated form that needs to be diluted with water to achieve the proper flavor and consistency. The amount of lemonade you get from one container depends on the instructions provided on the package.
How to Prepare Lemonade from Concentrate
Typically, you mix the frozen concentrate with water following the instructions on the packaging. For instance:
- Reference Information: One common instruction is that frozen concentrate makes 1/2 gallon of prepared lemonade.
- Calorie Information: Per 8 fl oz of the prepared lemonade, there are 110 calories, 0 g of saturated fat (0% Daily Value), 0 mg of sodium (0% Daily Value), and 19 g of total sugars.
Key Points to Remember
- Dilution Ratio: The dilution ratio is critical. Adding too much or too little water will affect the flavor. Always adhere to the directions on the package.
- Variations: Although 1/2 gallon is a common yield, check the packaging of your specific concentrate, as some brands may have slight variations in the final volume.
- Storage: Once you've mixed the concentrate with water, store the prepared lemonade in the refrigerator and consume it within a reasonable period for the best quality and safety.
Example
Let’s say you buy a can of frozen lemonade concentrate, and the instructions indicate that the can makes 1/2 gallon. After mixing the concentrate with the appropriate amount of water as per the instructions on the can, you will have 1/2 gallon of ready-to-drink lemonade.
