Gut Friendly Vegan Peach Lemonade with Fresh Mint
Few drinks feel as genuinely refreshing as a tall glass of cold lemonade, and this peach version with muddled fresh mint takes that classic to a whole new level. Real peaches are simmered down into a lush, fragrant syrup that brings natural sweetness without any artificial additives or mystery ingredients — just fruit, sugar, and water. The fresh lemon juice keeps things bright and tangy, while the muddled mint adds an herbal lift that makes every sip feel clean and lively. For anyone focused on keeping their gut happy, this kind of drink is a win: no dairy, no gluten, no processed flavorings, just whole, recognizable ingredients working together. The peach syrup is strained smooth, so you get all the flavor without any fibrous bits that might cause discomfort. It comes together in one pitcher and is easy to tweak — a little more lemon if you want extra zing, a splash more water if you prefer it lighter. Serve it over ice with a sprig of mint and you've got something that looks and tastes like it came from a fancy café, made entirely in your own kitchen.
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4 servings
For the peach simple syrup
- 2 medium peaches, pitted and roughly chopped
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
For the lemonade
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- 3 cups cold water
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly packed
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 lemon slices (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped peaches, sugar, and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the peaches soften and begin to break down, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 20 minutes. Pour through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl or measuring cup, pressing the peach solids firmly with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
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