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Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla

Refresh with Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla Twist

This Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla is a refreshing drink perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Infusion Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Course Appetizers & Side Dishes
Servings 4 cups
Calories 110 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • pitcher

Ingredients
  

For the Lemon Base

  • 1 cup lemon slices Use fresh lemons for bright flavor
  • 1 cup sugar Adjust to taste

For the Herbal Infusion

  • ¼ cup fresh mint Adds cooling herbal note
  • ¼ cup fresh rosemary Brings fragrant element

For Flavor Enhancement

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla seeds Or 1 vanilla pod, split

For the Refreshing Meld

  • 8 cups cold water Essential for mixing

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine lemon slices, sugar, fresh mint, fresh rosemary, and vanilla seeds. Massage mixture for 3-5 minutes.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours, preferably overnight.
  • Strain the mixture over a bowl to extract the juice. Press the lemon slices to ensure maximum juice is collected.
  • Transfer the juice concentrate to a pitcher and add cold water, stirring well to combine.
  • Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint or rosemary sprigs.

Notes

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 29gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 29gVitamin C: 30mg
Keyword herb-infused lemonade, Mint and Rosemary Lemonade, refreshing drinks, summer beverages, vanilla lemonade
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