In a medium saucepan, combine 4 chopped ripe peaches, 1 cup of sugar, and 2 cups of water. Heat the mixture over medium-high, stirring frequently until it reaches a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5-10 minutes until the peaches soften and release their juices, creating a fragrant peach syrup.

After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool for about 30 minutes. Once cooled, carefully strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher, discarding the solids to extract smooth peach syrup.

In a large pitcher, combine 1 cup of the freshly made peach syrup with 1/3 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Pour in 3 cups of water or sparkling water, depending on your preference for fizziness. Stir the mixture well until fully combined, and taste to adjust sweetness or tartness as desired.

Prepare tall glasses filled with ice cubes to keep your Peach Lemonade refreshingly cold. Pour the prepared lemonade over the ice, allowing it to chill perfectly. Garnish each glass with thin slices of fresh peaches, lemon wheels, and a sprig of mint.

Feel free to get creative with your serving! Add a splash of coconut water for a tropical twist or incorporate fresh herbs like basil.