When life gives you lemons (and rabbits and mice), make lemonade! 

1. Zest and juice 6 lemons

2. Place the zest in a medium saucepan with 125g sugar and 400ml water.

3. Bring to the boil slowly, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Once the syrup is boiling, add the lemon juice and immediately remove from the heat. Leave until completely cool, then strain into a bottle or clean jug and chill until needed.

4. To serve, mix with chilled soda or sparkling water and serve over ice with extra lemon slices, if liked.