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Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla

Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla for a Summer Refreshment

A refreshing Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla, ideal for summer gatherings, offering a unique herbal twist.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemonade
  • 6 slices Lemon Brightness and acidity; fresh lemons offer the best flavor
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Sweetness and balance; adjust to taste
  • 1 cup Fresh mint leaves Flavor and aroma; use dried mint if fresh isn’t available
  • 4 sprigs Fresh rosemary Herbal notes and complexity; use dried sparingly
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla seeds Additional flavor depth; vanilla extract can work as a substitute
  • 8 cups Cold water Adjust based on preferred drink strength

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • fine mesh strainer
  • pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine fresh lemon slices, granulated sugar, fresh mint leaves, and rosemary sprigs along with the vanilla seeds. Gently massage the mixture for 3-5 minutes until the lemon juice is released.
  2. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the mixture for at least 3-4 hours, preferably overnight.
  3. Using a fine-mesh strainer, strain the mixture into a pitcher to separate the juice from solids. Discard the solids.
  4. Add 8 cups of cold water to the juice concentrate in the pitcher, stirring well to combine.
  5. Serve the lemonade over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint or lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 28gVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a fizzy twist, try substituting with sparkling water or adding berries to customize the flavor.

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