Pecan Free Fresh Mint Citrus Lemonade

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.5

(13)

Bright, herby, and layered with citrus, this homemade lemonade is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh-squeezed lemon and orange juice give it a complexity that store-bought versions simply can't match, while a mint-infused maple syrup adds a floral sweetness that ties everything together beautifully. Making the simple syrup from scratch takes only a few minutes — you just dissolve the maple syrup in water, steep the mint leaves until fragrant, and strain. The result is a clean, naturally sweetened base that blends seamlessly into the citrus blend. Tree nut concerns are completely off the table here, since every ingredient is straightforward fruit, fresh herbs, and pantry staples with zero risk of cross-contact from nuts of any kind. Serve it over a generous pile of ice with a few citrus slices and extra mint sprigs, and it looks as good as it tastes. This one is a crowd-pleaser for backyard gatherings, brunches, or honestly just a Tuesday when you need something refreshing.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the mint simple syrup

½ cup maple syrup
½ cup water
½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed, plus more for garnish

For the lemonade

1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–7 lemons)
½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges)
3 cups cold water

For serving

ice cubes, for serving
lemon or orange slices, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the maple syrup and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat.
2
Add the mint leaves to the warm syrup and press them gently with a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon until fragrant. Let the mint steep for 10 minutes, then strain out and discard the leaves.

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