Best 8 Crushed Mint Lemonade Recipes

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In the pursuit of a refreshing and revitalizing beverage, look no further than the delightful combination of crushed mint and zesty lemons. Experience the perfect balance of sweetness, tang, and a hint of aromatic freshness in every sip. With its vibrant green hue and invigorating aroma, this lemonade transcends the ordinary and promises an unparalleled taste experience. Whether you're hosting a garden party, unwinding after a long day, or simply seeking a healthy and flavorful drink, crushed mint lemonade is the perfect companion to quench your thirst and elevate your senses.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE MINT LEMONADE (LIMONANA)



Mediterranean-Style Mint Lemonade (Limonana) image

Mint lemonade, prepared Egyptian-style! Intense with flavor, frothy, and extremely refreshing! You'll love this limonana, but there is a small trick that makes all the difference.

Provided by The Mediterranean Dish

Categories     Drinks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups crushed ice
4 cups water
2 large lemons (or limes), washed, cut into small pieces, and seeds removed
Juice of 1 large lemon
1 bunch fresh mint leaves, stems removed (about 25-40 mint leaves), more for later
1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar, more or less to your liking (you can use cane sugar or part honey, if you like)

Steps:

  • Add all the ingredients to the pitcher of a high-quality blender. Cover and push blend or liquefy (high-speed function), until you achieve the desired drink consistency.
  • Taste and add more sugar or mint leaves, if you like. Blend again.
  • Pour the lemonade into a serving pitcher through a mesh strainer. Add fresh mint leaves to the pitcher. Cover and refrigerate until you are ready to serve.
  • If you like, strain the lemonade again as you pour into serving glasses. Enjoy cold!

CRUSHED-MINT LEMONADE



Crushed-Mint Lemonade image

Categories     Fruit Juice     Non-Alcoholic     Lemon     Mint     Summer     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 large lemons, scrubbed, thinly sliced
1 small bunch fresh mint, thick stems trimmed (about 2 loosely packed cups)
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cups water
Ice cubes

Steps:

  • Using potato masher, mash sliced lemons, mint, 1 cup sugar, and 1/2 cup lemon juice in large bowl until juicy, about 5 minutes. Strain lemon mixture through coarse sieve set over another large bowl, pressing masher on solids in sieve to extract some pulp and as much liquid as possible. Mix 2 cups water and remaining 1/4 cup sugar into lemon liquid and pulp in bowl. Fill pitcher with ice; pour lemonade over ice. Let stand 5 minutes. Fill 4 to 6 tall glasses with ice; add lemonade.

MINTED LEMONADE



Minted Lemonade image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     beverage

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups sugar
6 cups water
2 cups fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup mint leaves

Steps:

  • To make simple syrup: Place 2 cups sugar and 2 cups water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir until sugar is dissolved and let cool. Place lemon juice in a large pitcher, add remaining 4 cups water and 1 cup of the simple syrup or more to taste. Stir in mint leaves and refrigerate for 1 hour. Serve over ice.

LEMONADE-MINT ICED TEA



Lemonade-Mint Iced Tea image

A refreshing and easy to prepare iced tea. You can vary the amounts of mint and sugar depending on your tastes.

Provided by Diana S.

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Tea     Iced Tea Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons crushed fresh mint leaves
1 quart boiling water
½ cup instant iced tea powder
1 cup white sugar
2 quarts cold water
1 (6 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed

Steps:

  • In a 1 gallon pitcher, combine the mint leaves, 1 quart of boiling water, instant tea powder and sugar. Stir to dissolve sugar. Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the cold water and lemonade concentrate. Serve in tall glasses over ice. Strain out mint leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102 calories, Carbohydrate 26.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 8.8 mg, Sugar 24.9 g

HINT-OF-MINT LEMONADE



Hint-of-Mint Lemonade image

We always have a plentiful supply of fresh mint leaves in the garden, so this makes a very refreshing drink on hot summer days. -Laura Mae Newcomer, Bowdoin, Maine

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2/3 cup water
1/3 cup sugar
1 fresh mint sprig
3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1-3/4 cups cold water
Crushed ice
Lemon slices and additional mint, optional

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring water and sugar to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; stir in the mint, lemon juice, orange juice and zest. Cover and let stand for 1 hour., Strain and discard mint and orange peel. Stir in cold water; serve over ice. Garnish with lemon slices and additional mint if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 3mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

MINTED VODKA LEMONADE



Minted Vodka Lemonade image

Categories     Vodka     Alcoholic     Cocktail Party     Cocktail     Lemon     Mint     Summer     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Serves 6.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup (packed) mint leaves, chopped
2/3 cup sugar
1 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups vodka
Crushed ice
Fresh mint sprigs

Steps:

  • Combine chopped mint and sugar in large bowl. Stir in lemon juice and vodka. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
  • Strain mixture into pitcher. Fill six 6- to 8-ounce glasses with crushed ice. Pour mixture over. Garnish with mint sprigs.

PEPPERMINT LEMONADE



Peppermint Lemonade image

Cool, tingly, and oh so refreshing!

Provided by Debby Ward

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Lemonade Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 ounce) can frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
1 fresh lemon
1 ¼ cups white sugar
½ cup fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • Pour the lemonade concentrate into a large pitcher or cooler with a spout. Stir in enough water to make 1 gallon. Grate the zest from the lemon and add to the pitcher, then squeeze the lemon juice from the lemon into the pitcher. In a small bowl, crush the mint leaves into the sugar using a muddler or a wooden spoon. Stir into the lemonade. Cover and chill for several hours, then strain to remove the leaves and zest before serving. Serve over ice and garnish with a sprig of mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 1.3 mg, Sugar 27.9 g

MINT LEMONADE



Mint Lemonade image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup sugar for simple syrup
Ice cubes
1 2/3 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons julienned mint, plus leaves for garnish
1 lemon, sliced 1/4-inch thick, plus more for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1/4 cup water. Bring mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from heat. Let stand until completely cool.
  • In a large pitcher half-filled with ice, add 2 cups water, lemon juice, simple syrup, mint, and lemon slices. Stir to combine. Serve over ice. Garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh mint leaves. If you don't have fresh mint, you can use dried mint, but it won't be as flavorful.
  • To make sure the lemonade is cold enough, chill the water and lemon juice before making the lemonade.
  • If you don't have a muddler, you can use a spoon to crush the mint leaves.
  • To make the lemonade sweeter, add more sugar or honey to taste.
  • If you want a fizzy lemonade, add some sparkling water or club soda.
  • For a refreshing twist, add some cucumber slices or berries to the lemonade.

Conclusion:

Crushed mint lemonade is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give crushed mint lemonade a try!

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