Description
A refreshing, minty lemonade perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any sunny day.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
- 1 cup lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 4 cups cold water
- Green food coloring (optional)
- Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Make simple syrup: Combine sugar and water in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Muddle mint: In a pitcher, gently muddle the mint leaves.
- Combine ingredients: Add the simple syrup, lemon juice, and cold water to the pitcher. Stir well.
- Add color (optional): If desired, add a few drops of green food coloring until you reach your desired shade.
- Serve: Pour over ice, garnish with lemon slices and extra mint sprigs.
Notes
- For a stronger mint flavor, muddle the mint leaves more thoroughly.
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less simple syrup.
- You can make this ahead of time and chill it in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stirring
- Cuisine: American