Mint lemonade.
2 servings
10 minutes
Mint lemonade is a refreshing drink perfect for hot summer days. Its history traces back to European cuisine, where it became a symbol of lightness and freshness. The bright taste of lemon combined with sweet sugar syrup creates a pleasant balance between tartness and sweetness, while fresh mint adds a cool note and invigorating aroma to the lemonade. The sparkling water makes the drink bubbly and light. Mint lemonade is served chilled, often with ice cubes to enhance its refreshing effect. It pairs wonderfully with light snacks, fruits, and can even serve as a base for cocktails. This lemonade not only quenches thirst but also provides a pleasant feeling of freshness and comfort anywhere – from a bustling city to a quiet picnic in nature.
1
Chop the mint finely.
- Fresh mint: 15 g
2
Squeeze juice from the lemons.
- Lemon: 2 pieces
3
Mix lemon juice with sugar syrup.
- Lemon: 2 pieces
- Sugar syrup: 140 ml
4
Pour 300 ml of soda from the bottle.
- Sparkling water: 1 l
5
Put the mint in the bottle.
- Fresh mint: 15 g
6
Pour in the syrup and tightly close the lid, let the lemonade steep in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes (recommended to steep for 2 hours).
- Sugar syrup: 140 ml
7
Strain the lemonade through a sieve and serve in glasses.
- Sparkling water: 1 l
