Pink lemonade doesnt really make any sense, if you think about it. Lemons are yellow, yet this lemon-based beverage is pink. Some people assume that there are red-colored berries responsible for this oddity; this is sometimes true, but usually not — and thats certainly not how it was originally invented.
Were not here to ruin this perfectly good summertime beverage for you. Pink lemonade is sometimes colored with cranberry juice, raspberry juice or crushed strawberries, but its more often colored with red food dye. This may come as a surprise to some, but its a vast improvement from the way it was dyed when first appearing on the beverage scene in the mid 1800s.Advertisement
According to Josh Chetwynd, author of the book, “How the Hot Dog Found Its Bun,” there are two main claims to the title of pink-lemonade inventor — and neither of them sound very thirst-quenching. The first attributes this beverage to a salesman, by the name of Pete Conklin, who sold concessions at the circus. When working a shift in 1857, he ran out of water to make his lemonade (with no access to a nearby well or spring).
Rather than lose out on business, “Pete sprinted into the dressing tent and came across Fannie Jamieson, one of the show’s bareback riders. She had just cleaned her pink tights in a vat of water, leaving the liquid looking a deep pink hue.” He used the water without a second thought, and sold it as “fine strawberry lemonade.” Its reported that he “did double the business of ordinary refreshment and, allegedly, ushered in a new style of the drink.”Advertisement
The second claim to pink-lemonade fame is also a result of a lemonade mishap. According to a 1912 New York Times article, Henry E. Allott — a circus promoter, saloon-keeper and gambler — was the originator of this drink. “One day while mixing a tub full of the orthodox yellow kind he dropped some red cinnamon candies in by mistake,” the newspaper wrote. “The resulting rose-tinted mixture sold so surprisingly well that he continued to dispense his chance discovery.” This article, written after Allott had passed away, claims that he invented this drink as a teenager, which would date it to roughly 1872-1873 — 20 years after Conklins story.
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That added ingredient is often red food dye, strawberry juice, cranberry juice, or any other fruit juice that gives it a pink hue without overshadowing the lemon flavor. This means the flavor of pink lemonade is mostly just classic lemonade, but with the faint twist of whichever thing it is that’s making it pink.
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Pink lemonade doesnt really make any sense, if you think about it. Lemons are yellow, yet this lemon-based beverage is pink. Some people assume that there are red-colored berries responsible for this oddity; this is sometimes true, but usually not — and thats certainly not how it was originally invented.
Were not here to ruin this perfectly good summertime beverage for you. Pink lemonade is sometimes colored with cranberry juice, raspberry juice or crushed strawberries, but its more often colored with red food dye. This may come as a surprise to some, but its a vast improvement from the way it was dyed when first appearing on the beverage scene in the mid 1800s.Advertisement
According to Josh Chetwynd, author of the book, “How the Hot Dog Found Its Bun,” there are two main claims to the title of pink-lemonade inventor — and neither of them sound very thirst-quenching. The first attributes this beverage to a salesman, by the name of Pete Conklin, who sold concessions at the circus. When working a shift in 1857, he ran out of water to make his lemonade (with no access to a nearby well or spring).
Rather than lose out on business, “Pete sprinted into the dressing tent and came across Fannie Jamieson, one of the show’s bareback riders. She had just cleaned her pink tights in a vat of water, leaving the liquid looking a deep pink hue.” He used the water without a second thought, and sold it as “fine strawberry lemonade.” Its reported that he “did double the business of ordinary refreshment and, allegedly, ushered in a new style of the drink.”Advertisement
The second claim to pink-lemonade fame is also a result of a lemonade mishap. According to a 1912 New York Times article, Henry E. Allott — a circus promoter, saloon-keeper and gambler — was the originator of this drink. “One day while mixing a tub full of the orthodox yellow kind he dropped some red cinnamon candies in by mistake,” the newspaper wrote. “The resulting rose-tinted mixture sold so surprisingly well that he continued to dispense his chance discovery.” This article, written after Allott had passed away, claims that he invented this drink as a teenager, which would date it to roughly 1872-1873 — 20 years after Conklins story.
Now that you know pink lemonades shady history, how do you feel about this beverage? Leave a comment!Advertisement
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What is Pink Lemonade? – Sip Science
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What makes pink lemonade taste pink?
Is pink lemonade supposed to be strawberry?
Why did my lemonade turn pink?
What does Pink Lemonade taste like?
“The color of pink lemonade is relaxing,” she says. “It’s [a pink] that’s not very saturated but relatively bright. In my experience, traditional lemonade has no real color.” It seems flavor and nutrients have nothing to do with pink lemonade’s consumer longevity.
What does pink color in mucus indicate?
Pink mucus may indicate a small amount of blood mixed with the mucus. This can be due to minor irritation in the respiratory or nasal passages. Causes can include dry air, nosebleeds, or vigorous nose blowing. If pink mucus persists or is accompanied by other concerning symptoms, consult a healthcare provider for evaluation.
Why is my lemonade pink?
In most cases, the pink color of your pink lemonade comes from a small amount of red dye or grenadine. Grenadine, originally from France, is a sweet syrup-like cordial often used in carbonated beverages or cocktails. It’s made from reduced pomegranate juice, giving it a unique, sweet taste.
What is pink lemonade?
Pink lemonade is just as cool and refreshing. Interestingly enough, pink lemonade is often preferred over lemonade simply because people enjoy the pink color, but also because it is not as sour with the added fruit flavors. Think of pink lemonade as lemonade with a twist. You can make your own pink lemonade.