Description
Discover the ultimate summer refresher with Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla. This delightful beverage blends the invigorating flavors of fresh mint and zesty lemons, complemented by a touch of creamy vanilla and aromatic rosemary. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a quiet afternoon, this easy-to-make lemonade is visually stunning and packed with vibrant flavors. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a drink that not only quenches your thirst but also impresses your guests. Serve it over ice in charming mason jars for an elegant presentation that’s sure to be the highlight of any gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large lemons (sliced)
- 10 sprigs fresh mint
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 cup Sucanat (or sugar)
- 1/2 vanilla bean (or 2 teaspoons vanilla extract)
- 8 cups cold water
- Ice
Instructions
- Prepare a medium mesh strainer over a bowl.
- Scrape the vanilla bean seeds into a small bowl and keep the pod.
- In the strainer, add lemon slices, Sucanat, mint, rosemary, scraped vanilla seeds, and the pod.
- Gently massage the lemon slices to release their juices.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 3-4 hours or overnight.
- After infusing, massage again and strain into another bowl.
- Mix the concentrated juice with cold water in a large pitcher.
- Serve over ice in mason jars, garnished with fresh rosemary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 88
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg