Lupin Free Vegan Peach Lemonade with Fresh Mint
There is something undeniably refreshing about a homemade lemonade that goes beyond the basic, and this peach version with fresh mint delivers exactly that kind of upgrade. Real peaches are simmered down into a golden simple syrup that brings a soft, fruity sweetness to every glass — nothing artificial, nothing from a can. Muddled mint leaves add a cool, herbal lift that makes the whole drink feel like something you'd pay too much for at a fancy brunch spot. The bright tartness of freshly squeezed lemon juice keeps everything balanced and lively rather than cloying. Every ingredient here is straightforwardly plant-based and naturally free from the kinds of legume-derived additives that can sneak into packaged drink mixes and flavored syrups, so you can sip without second-guessing the label. It's equally at home at a backyard cookout, a lazy afternoon on the porch, or as a non-alcoholic option at a dinner party that genuinely impresses.
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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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