They say there is no such thing as perfection. But during hot summer days, there is. And my Mum ‘invented’ it; it’s called the best mint lemonade recipe ever!
We (me and my Mum) did not use to be huge lemonade drinkers a few years back (until we realised we can put fresh mint into it). I mean… it’s easier to drink a nice, cold glass of water straight away because it is so hot and you don’t want to ‘waste’ any energy (or sweat) on preparing a drink. But why not pamper yourself (and your loved ones) from time to time with some extra vitamins and flavour by serving them the best mint lemonade you can make?
Pinkie promise it’s not difficult and all you need are lemons and some water. And the mint, of course. Oh, and the honey. You can still count the ingredients using your fingers, so it counts as an “easy recipe”.
For the perfect mint lemonade recipe, you will need:
- a few lemons – I went for 3 medium ones – (depending on how sour you’d like your drink to be) I would recommend to not let yourself carried away, the lemon flavour should be subtle, that’s what makes lemonade so refreshing. Aren’t extra sour things making you sweat? (it’s just me?!)
- honey
- fresh mint leaves
- about 1.5 l of cold water
You can find fresh mint pretty much in every market or store, but there’s no better feeling than taking fresh mint from your own garden (or your parent’s…).
My Mum and I developed a ‘technique’ for making lemonade. Water goes last. *wink*
Start by cutting the lemons in halves and squeeze them in a large carafe. Use whatever you want: your hands, a fork or some other fancy tools like this one here. As long as you don’t add the seeds you’re all good.
Add a few tablespoons of honey to the lemon juice. 2 to 3 are usually enough to me. But if you serve this to kids, for example, you might want to add an extra one.
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Roughly chop the mint leaves (after you’ve washed them) and add it to the lemon/honey ‘mixture’. With a long wooden spoon, start mixing everything up making sure you give the mint leaves a squeeze every now and then. This ‘technique’ will help the honey dissolve faster and all that minty, fresh flavour come out.
Now it’s time to add the cold water.
Taste it to see if it’s sour or sweet enough. Add some extra lemon slices for an extra fancy look and a stronger lemon flavour.
Some extra tips:
- try adding mint syrup instead of honey. You won’t regret it;
- add some lime juice as well – goes unbelievably well with the mint;
- if you have to deal with picky kids, add some orange juice;
- don’t be afraid to add some extra fruits or juices as well (honeydew is amazing).
I know that this recipe is insanely easy, but there are people that are struggling to find the perfect balance between sweetness and sourness in a good lemonade. And I was one of them.
Preferably to be served cold with your loved ones during a relaxed summer afternoon.
27 comments
This sounds refreshingly perfect for those hot days we are having here in TX this week!! I may have to make this tomorrow!!!
I’m DROOLING right now – I would kill for an ice cold glass of this RIGHT NOW!!!
I LOVE using fresh mint in drinks! This sounds amazing I may just have to go make one right now!! haha yum
The taste of summer! Love adding herbs in lemonade, and always homemade!
This looks perfect right now since it’s been in the 80s! I love a good mint lemonade in the summertime – refreshing and delicious!
I have never had mint or honey in my lemonade before. it sounds like a lovely drink that is meant to be made to watch the Kentucky Derby.
LOVE LOVE LOVE drinking lemonade in the summer and I’ve never thought of adding mint to it. Need to try that.
This sounds so refreshing, I can’t even handle it! I’m definitely going to be making this!
This recipe looks so yummy! It’s perfect for the summer but also something I’d probably still make year round. I love adding the mint!
I love mint and lemonade but never thought of putting them together. This is an interesting combo I bet when it’s really cold it’s amazing.
This seems perfect for a hot summer day!
Loved your pictures, definitely will make this on a hot day!
This sounds amazing! Perfect for a hot day and an easy recipe to try with little ones. My 3 year old LOVES “lemon juice” (lemonade), so she’ll probably like this twist on what she’s used to. 🙂
It’s a easy and fun recipe for kids indeed. My little cousins love making lemonade!
This sounds lovely an refreshing. Those mint bundles for the store are often a lot larger than what you need for a recipe and this is a great way to use the rest. Yum!
This sounds incredible! I’d never thought of adding mint to lemonade. It sounds so refreshing, I can’t wait to try this on a warm summer’s day!
OMG. Love the idea of adding honeydew to the mix.
You should try it, I promise that you won’t regret it, Leslie!
Its crazy how you make this post so good ? now I’m craving for one! Hahaha
Haha, thank you…? Hope you get the chance to try the recipe, Ophalyn!
Oh my yes! Throw some hand-picked blueberries in there and this would be perfect!
This looks lovely and so easy. The imagery is beautiful too. I never drink lemonade, as the shop-bough stuff is horrible. Will give this a go this summer!
Glad you like the photos, Sophie! Let me know if you give it a try!
This looks so tasty! And it’s so easy to do. This would perfect for a nice Sunday lunch/brunch. Thank you for sharing!
This sounds so amazing I need to try this!
Not enough people make their own lemonade anymore! It’s tastes soo much better than the powder or frozen kind. That gif makes my mouth water.
Haha, glad you like the gif, Bianca! I agree that drinking lemonade it’s so mainstream now that almost everyone buys it. But when your not in a rush and spending quality time with your loved ones is quite therapeutic. 🙂