Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla
Mint and Rosemary Lemonade with Vanilla is a refreshing summer beverage that combines the bright zest of lemons with fragrant mint and rosemary, finished off with a hint of vanilla sweetness. Perfect for warm days, this unique twist on a classic lemonade will impress your guests at picnics, barbecues, or simply during a quiet afternoon at home. With its invigorating flavors and easy preparation, you’ll find this drink to be an essential addition to your warm-weather repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: DRINKS
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large lemons, washed and sliced
- 1 cup sugar (granulated or unrefined)
- 10 sprigs fresh mint
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary (plus extra for garnish)
- ½ vanilla bean (or 2 tsp vanilla extract)
- 8 cups cold water
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl with a fine-mesh strainer set over it, combine lemon slices, sugar, fresh mint, rosemary, and vanilla seeds. Gently massage until lemons release juice.
- Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 3–4 hours or overnight for more flavor.
- Press the lemon mixture through the strainer to extract juice; discard solids.
- Transfer juice to a pitcher, add cold water, and stir well.
- Serve over ice and garnish with additional mint or rosemary sprigs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg