Pork Free Fresh Mint Citrus Lemonade
Bright, herby, and refreshingly citrusy, this lemonade is the kind of drink that makes any afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh-squeezed lemon and orange juice give it a layered tartness that bottled lemonade simply can't match, while a homemade mint simple syrup — made with maple syrup instead of refined white sugar — adds a subtle, fragrant sweetness. The mint steeps gently in the warm syrup off the heat, pulling out all that cool, aromatic flavor before you strain it away for a perfectly smooth pour. Everything here is pure fruit, water, and natural sweeteners, so there's nothing to second-guess on the ingredient list. It comes together in one pitcher with minimal effort, and you can easily dial the tartness or sweetness up or down to suit your crowd. Served over ice with a few citrus slices and a sprig of fresh mint, it looks stunning on a table without any extra fuss.
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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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