Sesame Free Fresh Mint Citrus Lemonade
Bright, zingy, and impossibly refreshing, this mint citrus lemonade is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting on a porch in the middle of summer no matter the season. A homemade mint simple syrup made with maple syrup gives it a rounded, natural sweetness that store-bought mixes simply can't touch. The double hit of fresh lemon and orange juice adds a layered citrus depth that keeps every sip interesting from start to finish. Since sesame has a sneaky way of turning up in flavored syrups, bottled juices, and even some specialty beverages, making this entirely from scratch means you know exactly what's in your glass. The whole process is genuinely easy — steep, strain, squeeze, stir, and you're done. Serve it over ice with a few fresh mint sprigs and citrus slices for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort required.
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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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