Lemon Selection: Choose heavy, thin-skinned lemons at room temperature for maximum juice yield – roll firmly on counter before cutting to break cell walls. Juicing Tips: Use citrus reamer or fork to extract maximum juice, and strain to remove pulp and seeds for smooth, professional lemonade texture. Sweetener Science: Allulose dissolves easily without crystallization and doesn’t spike blood sugar, making it ideal for diabetics and health-conscious consumers. Zesting Technique: Only zest yellow outer peel avoiding bitter white pith – lemon oils in zest provide intense citrus flavor and natural aromatics. Mint Preparation: Gently bruise mint leaves by clapping between palms to release essential oils without tearing delicate leaves that cause bitterness. Water Quality: Use filtered water for pure taste that doesn’t compete with bright lemon flavors or add unwanted mineral notes. Temperature Balance: Dissolve sweetener in small amount of warm water first, then add cold water for faster mixing and better integration. Storage Guidelines: Refrigerate up to 4 days in covered pitcher; flavors actually improve after 4 hours as ingredients meld and develop complexity. Serving Tips: Stir well before serving as natural separation occurs; taste and adjust sweetness as lemons vary in acidity and personal preferences differ.