Looking for a refreshing summer drink? Here is a great spin off of a classic that is simple with a sophisticated taste.
Lemonade was the summer beverage at my home growing up. Crystal Light was my grandma’s drink of choice and you could always find a pitcher of it at her house.
Lemonade is always sold in stands on the street- I mean who didn’t have at least one lemonade stand growing up? I remember one time someone stopped and didn’t want a drink but gave me $10! Since then I have tried to buy lemonade from anyone selling it.
I love finding fun new recipes but this one was a flavor changer. We couldn’t get enough of it!
Ingredients
- 2 cups sugar
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Mix sugar and water in a saucepan and cook for 5 minutes, cool.
- Stir in orange and lemon juice and pour over mint leaves.
- Let stand for 1 hour, then strain into jar and refrigerate.
- Use 1/2 cup syrup for each glass.
- Fill with ice and water.
Try it today- your taste buds will thank you!
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