Frozen lemonade

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Frozen lemonade is a refreshingly tart and sweet frozen treat made by blending lemon juice, sugar, and water with ice until slushy, or by freezing a lemon-flavored mixture into a soft, icy consistency. It’s essentially a cross between a sorbet and a slushie, delivering the bold citrus kick of lemonade in an icy, spoonable or sippable form. Popular at fairs, boardwalks, and summer stands across the U.S., frozen lemonade is especially iconic in New England (think Del’s in Rhode Island) and parts of the South. It can be served in cups, scooped like Italian ice, or blended fresh to order. Some versions include real lemon zest or pulp for an extra burst of flavor, while others lean smoother and sweeter. Whether it's served from a food truck, in a paper cup at a baseball game, or scooped at home, frozen lemonade is a go-to summer classic—bright, chilly, and irresistibly nostalgic.