Homemade Mint lemonade
Description
This homemade mint lemonade is the ultimate refreshing summer drink! Made with fresh lemons, fragrant mint leaves, and a simple sugar syrup, it is wonderfully citrusy, refreshing, and easy to make. An old-fashioned preparation method brings out the natural oils of the lemon peels, giving this fresh mint lemonade an extra burst of flavor. Perfect for hot summer days, Ramadan, and family gatherings!
Ingredients
- 1 kg / 2 lbs 4 oz fresh lemons
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sugar syrup atter, at room temperature
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Wash the lemons and pat them dry.
- Divide each lemon into quarters and place them in a large bowl.
- Add the sugar and water to the lemon pieces, then let them marinate for 1 hour.
- In the meantime, place the mint leaves in a bowl and pour the sugar syrup over them. Using an immersion blender, pulse a few times until the mixture is smooth. Set aside.
- Press the lemon quarters firmly with your hands to extract as much juice as possible.
- Discard the lemon peels.
- Add the minted sugar syrup to the lemon juice and stir well.
- Place a strainer over a jug and pour the lemonade through it. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve over ice with sliced lemons. Enjoy!
Notes
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