Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla: A Refreshing Twist

Enjoy the refreshing Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla, a quick and customizable summer drink perfect for gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Refrigeration Time 4

Total Time 4 10

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Lemonade Base

4 slices Lemon Provides tartness; fresh lemons give best results.
1 cup Sugar Enhances sweetness; substitute with honey or agave syrup if desired.
1 cup Fresh mint Adds a refreshing herbal note; use dried mint in lesser quantity.
2 sprigs Fresh rosemary Introduces a woody flavor; adjust quantity if using dried.
1 pod Vanilla Imparts sweetness; use extract if fresh is not available.
8 cups Cold water Dilutes the lemonade; use chilled for best results.
ice Ice Keeps the drink cool; use clear ice for presentation.

Preparation Steps

In a large mixing bowl, layer fresh lemon slices, sugar, chopped mint, and rosemary. Scrape the seeds from the vanilla pod and add them, along with the pod, to the mixture. Gently massage the ingredients for about 5 minutes to release the juices.
Cover the bowl tightly and place it in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours or overnight to enhance flavors.
Retrieve the bowl from the refrigerator and press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth into another bowl or pitcher to extract the juice.
Pour the extracted juice into a large pitcher and gradually add 8 cups of ice-cold water, stirring well. Adjust sweetness if necessary.
Serve over ice in clear glasses, garnished with fresh mint or rosemary sprigs and a lemon slice.

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 36gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mg

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and allow the mixture to refrigerate overnight. Customize with different fruits or herbs.

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