Mint Lemonade Recipe – Refreshing, Cool Summer Drink

My family was hovering nearby while I made this homemade mint lemonade. They know when something delicious is coming!

And sure enough…

The whole jug of lemonade was gone in a flash.

So, trust me when I see this mint lemonade is the one thing you need to make this week to put a smile on everyone’s face.

The inspiration for this recipe was my homemade mint simple syrup. You’re going to see a lot of mint recipe love here.

Skip to the step by step instructions for homemade mint lemonade.

This recipe is also such a quick win for those hot afternoons when you want something a bit more elevated than your standard pitcher of lemonade. The homemade mint simple syrup adds that perfect cooling finish that makes every sip feel like a treat.

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Step by Step Instructions to Make Homemade Mint Lemonade

First, you’ll want to whip up a batch of that mint simple syrup. Just add your sugar and water to a saucepan and stir it over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes until the sugar is totally dissolved. Remember to keep an eye on it so it doesn’t boil! Once it’s clear, turn off the heat and let your mint leaves steep for 15 minutes before straining them out.

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Now, to put the lemonade together:

In a large jug, pour in your two cups of fresh mint simple syrup.

Add your fresh squeezed lemon juice and the cold water.

You can certainly squeeze the lemons by hand. I use the Cuisinart citrus juicer (affiliate link), and it’s super quick and easy.

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Pour it over plenty of ice, toss in a few mint sprigs for garnish, and enjoy!

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It is so easy, and the flavor is just legitimately amazing. I can’t wait to hear what you think of this one!

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Steph @ Life Bites Kitchen

Minty Lemonade

The most fresh and delightful way to have homemade lemonade – minty!

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Prep Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 8

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Video

Ingredients

  

Mint Simple Syrup

• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup packed mint leaves

Mint Lemonade

• 1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 2 cups mint simple syrup see ingredient list above
• 5 cups cold water
• Mint sprigs for garnish optional

Equipment

• Electric juicer optional

Method

 

Make a batch of the mint simple syrup

1. In a saucepan, add sugar and water, and stir.
2. Turn the heat to medium, and stir every minute or so until the sugar is dissolved. It takes about 5-7 minutes. Don’t allow the mixture to boil.
3. Once the sugar is dissolved, immediately turn off the heat, and add the mint leaves.
4. Steep the leaves for 15 minutes, then strain or remove the mint.

Make homemade lemonade

1. In a jug, add the 2 cups of mint simple syrup.
2. Add fresh lemon juice.
3. Add cold water.
4. Pour over ice, garnish with mint sprigs, and enjoy!

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*Please consult your health professional for health and nutritional advice.

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