Description
Minty Lemonade Fizz is a refreshing and zesty beverage combining fresh lemon juice, fragrant mint leaves, and sparkling water, perfect for cooling down on a warm day or serving at gatherings.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 4 medium lemons)
- 10 fresh mint leaves, chopped
- ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups chilled sparkling water
- Ice cubes for serving
- Extra sprigs of mint for garnish
Instructions
- Juice the lemons: Squeeze the juice from about 4 medium lemons until you have 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- Dissolve sugar: In a mixing bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice and granulated sugar, stirring thoroughly until the sugar has fully dissolved.
- Infuse mint: Add the chopped mint leaves to the lemon and sugar mixture, then let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the mint flavors to infuse.
- Combine with sparkling water: Pour the chilled sparkling water into a large pitcher, then gently stir in the lemon-mint mixture until well mixed.
- Serve with ice: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the Minty Lemonade Fizz over them.
- Garnish and enjoy: Add an extra sprig of mint to each glass for garnish and serve immediately for a refreshing fizz.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar quantity based on your preferred sweetness level.
- For a stronger mint flavor, muddle the mint leaves slightly before adding them to the lemon mixture.
- Use chilled sparkling water to keep the drink refreshing without diluting the flavor.
- To make it a cocktail, add a splash of vodka or gin.
- Ensure lemons are fresh for the best taste and vibrant color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
