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Mint and Basil Lemonade
5 from 15 votes

Mint and Basil Lemonade

Mint and Basil Lemonade combines fresh lemon juice with an herb-infused simple syrup made by simmering sugar, water, basil, and mint. The result is a fragrant lemonade with herbal notes and balanced sweetness. Chilled and served over ice, it refreshes with a blend of citrus and garden herbs.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6 cups
Calories: 130 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sugar
  • 3 cups water divided
  • 1/2 cup basil loosely packed
  • 1/2 cup mint loosely packed
  • 2 cups lemon juice fresh

Instructions

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  1. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, one cup of the water, the basil, and the mint. Let the mixture come to a simmer and simmer until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and let the mixture steep for 30 minutes.
  2. Strain the mixture through a sieve and discard the herbs.
  3. In a large pitcher, combine the remaining 2 cups of water, 2 cups of lemon juice, and the prepared simple syrup. Stir to combine and chill until ready to serve.

Notes

  • The lemonade syrup is intentionally sweet and strong; add plenty of ice to dilute when serving.
  • Adjust water quantity to achieve your preferred sweetness and strength.
  • Nutritional information is approximate and depends on ingredient brands used.

Nutrition Information

Calories 130kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 35g (12%) Protein 0g (0%) Fat 0g (0%) Saturated Fat 0g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0g (0%) Monounsaturated Fat 0g (0%) Trans Fat 0g (0%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Sodium 3mg (0%) Fiber 0g (0%) Sugar 33g (66%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 130

% Daily Value*

Calories 130kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 35g 12%
Protein 0g 0%
Fat 0g 0%
Saturated Fat 0g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0g 0%
Trans Fat 0g 0%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Fiber 0g 0%
Sugar 33g 66%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.