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When zesting, it's essential to use firm citrus fruits; this makes stripping off the zest easier than using older, softer ones. The marvelous aroma that fills your kitchen during this process is an added bonus as the oils are released.
Once you've gathered sufficient zest, it's time to extract the juice from the lemons and the orange, evoking memories of lemonade stands from childhood, where various delightful concoctions were created.