Tree Nut Free Fresh Mint Citrus Lemonade
Bright, tangy, and impossibly refreshing, this citrus lemonade gets a serious upgrade from a homemade mint simple syrup that takes just minutes to pull together. Fresh lemon juice and orange juice team up for a layered citrus flavor that bottled lemonade simply cannot compete with. The syrup is made by steeping whole mint leaves in warm maple syrup, which gives the whole drink a subtle herbal sweetness without any artificial flavoring or mystery additives. Since every single ingredient here is straightforward and whole, you never have to squint at a label wondering what's hiding in the mix. It's endlessly adjustable too — a little more lemon if you like it sharp, a splash more water if you want it lighter. Pile on the ice, tuck in a few citrus slices, and you've got a pitcher-worthy drink that looks just as good as it tastes.
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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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