Mint and Basil Lemonade with Honey Simple Syrup
A vibrant, refreshing beverage that combines fresh mint and basil with zesty lemon juice, bringing a delightful twist to traditional lemonade.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Muddling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Optional: club soda or vodka
Instructions
- Make the Honey Simple Syrup by combining 1 cup water and 1/2 cup honey in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until dissolved.
- Muddle the herbs in a pitcher by crushing 1/4 cup of fresh mint leaves and 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves.
- Add 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice to the muddled herbs.
- Combine the honey simple syrup with the lemon juice and herbs.
- Dilute the mixture with 3 cups of cold water, adjusting sweetness to taste.
- Strain the lemonade into another pitcher if a smoother drink is preferred.
- Serve over ice and garnish with fresh herbs or lemon slices as desired.
Notes
Add a splash of club soda or vodka for a sparkling twist. For variations, try adding muddled berries or citrus juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemonade, mint, basil, honey, refreshing drinks, summer beverages