I grew up doing native american powwows, and we sold fresh squeezed lemonade and shook them up in front of people, we made so much freakin money doint that, it just eclipsed everything else. I subscribed because I'm an artist and I need a side hustle, and I remembered the lines, all willing to spend like $5, (from the 80s on up) for a large cup of lemonade, AND nothing tastes better and cools you off faster in the summer.
what size lemons do you use? I currently get 115ct cases. I was getting 160 ct but was having to use 3 halves to get a sufficient lemon flavor in a 32 ounce cup. I was using a one arm bandit manual squeezer at the time. I just got a wedger / pneumatic smasher combo and I think i may be able to use the smaller lemons with that one and have satisfying results. I've replaced my corporate paycheck this summer squeezing lemons at the farmer's market on Saturday mornings and a small monthly event downtown and I'm working on getting a pushcart built so i can set up anywhere.
Im gonna get a permit to sell drinks on the corner and try ti make $100 on the side during the week. I need to get my truck fixed and it looks like a minimum $1000 investment because in texas, we need the 3 chamber sink commissary and the only prep will be washing and slicing the lemons. Most of the cost is the permits and the equipment for the sink and the llc and insurance just for a basic canopy and table stand and an a frame. Its gonna be october but its always hot here in texas until February then in March its hot again. lol I tried the recipe on line for your 32 ouncer, best lemonade I had in my life, im just worried about the seeds and the ratio with sugar free sweeteners like Splenda and Stevie. I was gonna do hot dogs but in texas there are so many food stands with so much Mexican inspired foods but its hot and the body will want actual water and vitamins and people are either in bad health or not drinking sweet drinks because of the straight sugar and will also want sugar free. I will scout my farmers markets and home depots and build myself up before a big event. But I'm gonna see waters and gatorade on the street until I get my truck fixed.
Mike, I am in the research phase of this business and hoping to jump in next year. I've been practicing making them for my hubby and me. My questions are probably a common ones and that is how do you get the sugar to dissolve. Maybe I'm not shaking it enough? And what about the lemon seeds?
I dissolve 2:1 sugar into water and put it in a gallon jug with a 1 ounce pump. 2 pumps does fine for a 32 ounce cup, you can easily use more or less as necessary. Mixes in perfectly.
Thanks for making these videos. Quick questions: Do you put 1 or 2 lemons in your 24 oz cups? I was a little unclear from this video. Also, about how much water do you use? I’m always hesitant to put too much ice instead of water. Thanks!
One. Yes, i noticed it sounded misleading after i downloaded it. And honestly that video took like 10 takes. So, i was done lol. But yes 1 lemon for 24-32 oz cups
@@foodtofinancialfreedom8562 thank you so much for the quick reply and the clarification! Also, about how much water would you estimate that you put in a 24 ounce cup? I want to be sure the ice doesn’t dominate. Looking forward to trying your strawberry lemonade recipe! 🍓🍋
Hey Mike I'm in Philadelphia Pa... and here in my city the health department won't let me setup a lemonade stand They are saying I need a cart or trailer or truch.... plz help what should I do
I can’t help you there. If that’s what they require then that’s tough. You could always just set your tent up randomly? And play dumb if you get caught. Wouldn’t advise it. But you could
@@terrencehead6213 I want to connect with you. If I get a temp internet number and post it here would you message me on there? we can then exchange our real numbers offline? I am running into a hiccup and I want to talk to someone who is doing it in CA for advice. I live in NorCal and I am seeing these potential opportunities, but I am still finding it rather challenging to get the basics of the ground. Want to get some advice from you. Hope you are okay with that.
I sold lemonade last month at a festival,the best time I ever had. Seeing the reaction on people's face was priceless and gratifying.
That’s awesome!!
I grew up doing native american powwows, and we sold fresh squeezed lemonade and shook them up in front of people, we made so much freakin money doint that, it just eclipsed everything else. I subscribed because I'm an artist and I need a side hustle, and I remembered the lines, all willing to spend like $5, (from the 80s on up) for a large cup of lemonade, AND nothing tastes better and cools you off faster in the summer.
I’m glad you liked my video! I hope this one and many more on my channel help you!
Thank
I sold fresh lemonade today in a busy park here in DC for the first time, my god I was busy.🎉
Woo hoo!!!!!
Price of lemons are outrageous tho....
what size lemons do you use? I currently get 115ct cases. I was getting 160 ct but was having to use 3 halves to get a sufficient lemon flavor in a 32 ounce cup. I was using a one arm bandit manual squeezer at the time. I just got a wedger / pneumatic smasher combo and I think i may be able to use the smaller lemons with that one and have satisfying results. I've replaced my corporate paycheck this summer squeezing lemons at the farmer's market on Saturday mornings and a small monthly event downtown and I'm working on getting a pushcart built so i can set up anywhere.
👍👍🍻
Already sold on the lemonade stand idea. Now I’m trying to figure out how to get it done.
Thanks for the great ideas. 😁
Thank you so much for watching. And taking the time out of your day to comment!
Im gonna get a permit to sell drinks on the corner and try ti make $100 on the side during the week. I need to get my truck fixed and it looks like a minimum $1000 investment because in texas, we need the 3 chamber sink commissary and the only prep will be washing and slicing the lemons. Most of the cost is the permits and the equipment for the sink and the llc and insurance just for a basic canopy and table stand and an a frame. Its gonna be october but its always hot here in texas until February then in March its hot again. lol
I tried the recipe on line for your 32 ouncer, best lemonade I had in my life, im just worried about the seeds and the ratio with sugar free sweeteners like Splenda and Stevie.
I was gonna do hot dogs but in texas there are so many food stands with so much Mexican inspired foods but its hot and the body will want actual water and vitamins and people are either in bad health or not drinking sweet drinks because of the straight sugar and will also want sugar free. I will scout my farmers markets and home depots and build myself up before a big event. But I'm gonna see waters and gatorade on the street until I get my truck fixed.
Great stuff! Get started selling something for sure!
Mike thanks you have been very helpful
I appreciate that! I’m glad my videos have helped you!
Great video!❤
What’s the best way to keep the fruit cold when using a table to sale lemonade?
Rubbermaid containers. Put ice in the bigger one. Set the fruit in it in another container
@@foodtofinancialfreedom8562 Thank you very much !
Mike, I am in the research phase of this business and hoping to jump in next year. I've been practicing making them for my hubby and me. My questions
are probably a common ones and that is how do you get the sugar to dissolve. Maybe I'm not shaking it enough? And what about the lemon seeds?
The sugar will not totally dissolve. So just do your best with the shaking process . And the lemon seeds unfortunately, will always be a factor
I also have other lemonade videos. Check out the lemonade livestreams where viewers as questions . Some fantastic information in those!
I dissolve 2:1 sugar into water and put it in a gallon jug with a 1 ounce pump. 2 pumps does fine for a 32 ounce cup, you can easily use more or less as necessary. Mixes in perfectly.
Thanks for making these videos. Quick questions: Do you put 1 or 2 lemons in your 24 oz cups? I was a little unclear from this video. Also, about how much water do you use? I’m always hesitant to put too much ice instead of water. Thanks!
One. Yes, i noticed it sounded misleading after i downloaded it. And honestly that video took like 10 takes. So, i was done lol. But yes 1 lemon for 24-32 oz cups
@@foodtofinancialfreedom8562 thank you so much for the quick reply and the clarification! Also, about how much water would you estimate that you put in a 24 ounce cup? I want to be sure the ice doesn’t dominate.
Looking forward to trying your strawberry lemonade recipe! 🍓🍋
@@atbosley ruclips.net/video/2A6lqsX7cdg/видео.html. I think I explained it better in this video. I don’t have an exact measurement.
Hey Mike I'm in Philadelphia Pa... and here in my city the health department won't let me setup a lemonade stand
They are saying I need a cart or trailer or truch.... plz help what should I do
I can’t help you there. If that’s what they require then that’s tough. You could always just set your tent up randomly? And play dumb if you get caught. Wouldn’t advise it. But you could
Anyone in California doing this? I want to connect and discuss a few things.
I'm in California 🤔
@@terrencehead6213 I want to connect with you. If I get a temp internet number and post it here would you message me on there? we can then exchange our real numbers offline?
I am running into a hiccup and I want to talk to someone who is doing it in CA for advice.
I live in NorCal and I am seeing these potential opportunities, but I am still finding it rather challenging to get the basics of the ground. Want to get some advice from you. Hope you are okay with that.
Do you think it will be profitable if I pre make the lemonade and just dispense it?
Not as profitable as doing it fresh squeezed in front of the customer . But if you can give it a shot!
Hi quick question can I sell out of state? Also do I need a Food permit and a Vendors license? Just getting starting
You must always check with the local health Dept. In whatever county you will be selling.Thank you so much for watching!
What about Orangeade?
Those are awesome!
How much do you charge for a cup
5$ for regular lemonade. 6$ with fruit. 24oz
Hi Mike, are you on Facebook?
Ya! I’m in Lemonade Slingers group on Facebook