State Fair Lemon Orange Shakeups

Experience the nostalgic taste of summer with these vibrant, citrus-packed State Fair Lemon Orange Shakeups! This refreshing drink combines the bold tang of freshly squeezed lemon and the sweet, sunny notes of orange, perfectly balanced with just the right amount of sugar. Infused with the zestful flavors of fruit peels and chilled to perfection with ice-cold water, this easy-to-make beverage is ideal for hot days or anytime you crave a classic fairground treat. Ready in just 10 minutes, this one-serving shakeup is shaken—not stirred—for a fun, frothy finish, delivering the quintessential state fair experience right at home. Perfect for cooling down, impressing guests, or simply indulging in a bright, citrusy pick-me-up!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 whole Lemon
• 1 whole Orange
• 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 2 cups Cold water
• 1.5 cups Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the lemon and orange thoroughly to remove any wax or dirt.

Step 2

Cut the lemon and orange in half. Reserve one half of each fruit for garnish or another use.

Step 3

Squeeze the juice from the remaining half of the lemon and orange into a 16-ounce shaker or mason jar. Be sure to catch any seeds.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar to the jar.

Step 5

Drop the squeezed lemon and orange rinds (peels) directly into the jar to infuse the drink with extra citrus flavor.

Step 6

Pour in the cold water and add the ice cubes to the jar.

Step 7

Seal the shaker or jar tightly with a lid and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds to dissolve the sugar and mix the flavors.

Step 8

Remove the lid and pour the mixture into a large glass, straining out the peels and any leftover pulp if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately with a straw and enjoy your State Fair Lemon Orange Shakeup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1060.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	225.2

Total Fat 0.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 24.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 58.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 50.7g
Protein 1.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 89.9mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 308.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.5%

Protein: 2.9%

Carbs: 95.6%