Currant juice with mint
1 serving
10 minutes
Currant and mint juice is a refreshing drink with deep roots in Russian cuisine. Currants, known for their rich berry notes, harmoniously blend with refreshing mint, creating a balance between sweetness and light acidity. Lemon juice adds zest, while crushed ice makes the drink especially enjoyable on a hot day. Traditionally, this juice is consumed as a thirst quencher and as a source of vitamins and antioxidants. In ancient times, currant berries were considered an elixir of health, while mint symbolized freshness. This drink not only delights the palate but also invigorates the body. It can be served alongside light snacks or simply enjoyed on its own.
1
Crush the berries and strain the juice.
- Currant: 200 g
2
Dissolve sugar in a glass, add mint sprigs, mash them thoroughly with a spoon, and remove the remnants.
- Sugar: 4 teaspoons
- Fresh mint: to taste
3
Fill the glass with crushed food ice, pour in currant and lemon juices, and sugar syrup.
- Crushed ice: to taste
- Currant: 200 g
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Sugar syrup: 4 tablespoons
4
Decorate with berries before serving.
- Currant: 200 g