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Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla

Revitalize Your Summer with Mint and Rosemary Lemonade

This Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla is a delightful summer refreshment, combining zesty lemons, aromatic mint, and earthy rosemary.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Infusion
  • 4 medium Lemon slices Fresh lemons provide the zesty base flavor.
  • 1 cup Sugar Acts as the sweetener; honey or agave syrup can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Fresh mint Adds a refreshing herbal note; use dried mint if fresh is unavailable.
  • 3 stems Fresh rosemary Contributes an earthy depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla seeds Provides subtle depth of flavor; vanilla extract can be used instead.
For Dilution
  • 8 cups Cold water Serves as the base for your lemonade.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • fine mesh strainer
  • pitcher
  • muddler
  • spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine fresh lemon slices, sugar, fresh mint leaves, fresh rosemary, and vanilla seeds. Gently crush to release juices and essential oils. Allow to sit for about 10 minutes.
  2. Cover the infused mixture and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight to maximize flavor.
  3. Strain the mixture using a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl or pitcher, pressing to extract all the juice.
  4. Transfer the strained juice into a pitcher, adding 8 cups of cold water. Stir well to blend.
  5. Serve over ice and garnish with sprigs of fresh mint or rosemary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 20gVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the mixture to infuse in the fridge for at least 3-4 hours or overnight. Adjust sugar to taste after chilling.

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