Mint and Basil Lemonade
A refreshing twist on classic lemonade with vibrant mint and basil for the ultimate summer sip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/2 cup honey
- 4 cups water
- Ice
- Sparkling water (optional)
- Vodka (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your herbs by rinsing and drying mint and basil leaves.
- Make the herb infusion by heating water and honey; steep the herbs for 20-30 minutes.
- Get zesty with the lemons and juice them.
- Combine the herb infusion with lemon juice and remaining water in a pitcher.
- Let it chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
- Serve over ice, adding sparkling water or vodka if desired.
Notes
This lemonade can be made a day in advance. Garnish with fresh herbs or lemon wheels for presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemonade, summer drink, mint, basil, refreshing beverage, herb-infused drink