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Mint and Basil Lemonade
The flavors of herbs make this Mint and Basil Lemonade a unique and refreshing summer drink. It is perfect for summer afternoons sitting out and enjoying the season.
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 loosely packed basil
- 1/2 cup loosely packed mint
- 2 cups fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- 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.
- Strain the mixture through a sieve and discard the herbs.
- 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.
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Notes
- This is pretty sweet and strong as written. I like to add lots of ice, which waters it down a bit. But feel free to taste and add more water, to taste.
- Nutrition information provided as an estimate only. Various brands and products can change the counts. Any nutritional information should be used as a general guideline.
Nutrition Information
Calories
130kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
35g
(12%)
Protein
0g
(0%)
Fat
0g
(0%)
Saturated Fat
0g
(0%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0g
Monounsaturated Fat
0g
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg
(0%)
Sodium
3mg
(0%)
Fiber
0g
(0%)
Sugar
33g
(66%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6cups
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.