Beeting Heart Lemonade Fresh beet adds an amazing color to this lemonade, as well as a delicious earthy flavor. share Serves: 8 Ingredients 6 cups warm water 2 cups sugar 1/2 cup diced fresh beets 1 1/2 cups freshly squeezed Sunkist® lemon juice Directions Place the water, sugar, and fresh beets into a sauce pan. Bring to a quick boil, then remove from heat. Let mixture cool, then blend in a blender. Strain beet syrup into a large pitcher and add the freshly squeezed Sunkist® lemon juice. Stir well and serve over ice. Store refrigerated for up to 5 days.