Summer is in full swing and it's hot outside! Take a break and cool off with this delicious, easy recipe for Sparkling Mint Lemonade. It's perfect for a hot day and super refreshing. Here's the recipe:
Makes approximately 3 - 4 servings
Ingredients
1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
1/2 cup still water
4 cups cold sparkling water
Ice cubes
Lemon slices and mint sprigs for garnish
Step 1: Make the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and still water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Let cool.
Now you have the simple syrup you will use to sweeten the sparkling mint lemonade.
Step 2: Muddle the Mint Leaves
In a pitcher, muddle the mint leaves gently with a muddler or the back of a spoon to release their flavor.
Step 3: Combine Ingredients
Add fresh lemon juice and the simple syrup to the pitcher with mint leaves. Stir well to combine.
Add the cold sparkling water and stir gently.
Step 4: Garnish and Serve
Fill glasses with ice cubes and add the sparkling mint lemonade to fill glasses.
Garnish with lemon slices and mint sprigs.
Feel free to adjust sweetness and mint intensity to suit your taste.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing drink on a hot day!