Are you in pursuit of an unforgettable summer treat that combines the vibrant flavors of lemon balm and lemon verbena? Look no further! This article will guide you on a journey to create an old fashioned lemon balm and lemon verbena lemonade syrup, a delightful elixir that will tantalize your taste buds and refresh your spirit. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the perfect balance of tangy lemon, aromatic herbs, and a hint of sweetness. Whether you're serving it at a backyard gathering, enjoying it as a thirst-quenching beverage, or crafting creative cocktails, this lemonade syrup is guaranteed to be a hit.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
OLD-FASHIONED LEMON VERBENA LEMONADE SYRUP
Pull up a hammock, select a good book and make a jug of this cooling lemonade to refresh you as you gently sway and wile away the long, hot hours! A simple zingy lemonade syrup that is added to water to dilute and is compulsory for hot, humid days! Lemon Verbena is one of my favourite herbs and is a welcome addition to my walled herb garden here in France. The syrup is also amazing if poured over ice creams and summer berries for a tangy citrus flavour. Add an attractive label and a sprig of lemon verbena leaves for a thoughtful summer gift.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Beverages
Time 2h10m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Make the syrup by heating together the water, lemon zest and the sugar. Bring to a boil, take off the heat and allow to infuse until cold. Bring back to a boil and immediately add the lemon verbena leaves. Take off the heat and allow to infuse until cold.
- Strain the syrup in to a bottle or jar in the fridge until needed. Discard the lemon verbena leaves.
- To make Lemonade: Pour some syrup into a glass and add water to taste. Serve with ice and garnish with a lemon verbena leaf and a lemon slice.
OLD FASHIONED LEMON BALM AND LEMON VERBENA LEMONADE SYRUP
There are numerous recipes for lemon balm lemonade, and I have an old English recipe myself that I make regularly - but, if you find that it is sometimes a little "light" on the lemon flavour, add some lemon verbena for a super charged lemon kick! I have made this several times now and it is so refreshing and zingy, perfect for a hot summer's day. Once the syrup is made, it lasts for several weeks in the fridge, or several months in a cool dark place if you add the optional citric and tartaric acid. Serve with cold sparkling water and slices of lemon and a sprig of either lemon balm or lemon verbena.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Punch Beverage
Time P2DT5m
Yield 2 Litres
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the sugar, lemon halves and water into a saucepan and heat until the sugar has completely dissolved.
- Add the lemon verbena and lemon balm leaves and boil for 2 minutes; leave to cool. Add the citric or tartaric acid if using at this stage. Allow to cool and then cover and allow to infuse for 24 to 48 hours, depending on what strength you require. (I have left this for 3 days sometimes too, for a real lemon zing.).
- Sieve through a fine mesh or colander, discarding the lemon halves and the herb leaves - then pour into clean and sterile bottle/s; seal tightly and store in a cool dark place for several months or in the fridge for several weeks.
- To use: 1 part syrup to 4 parts water or sparkling water, to taste - add more for a stronger lemon flavour or less for a more delicate flavour. Add ice, a slice of lemon and some lemon balm or lemon verbena leaves as a garnish.
OLD-FASHIONED LEMONADE
Ah, the taste of summer. This classic lemonade recipe is the one my mom used to make for me when I was little. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart! When using a clear pitcher, adding a few of the juiced lemon halves makes it look prettier.
Provided by EJRIPPY
Categories Drinks Recipes Lemonade Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Juice the lemons to make 1 cup of juice. To make your labor easier, FIRMLY roll the lemons between your hand and counter top before cutting in half and juicing.
- In a gallon pitcher combine 1 cup lemon juice, 1 cup sugar, and 6 cups cold water. Stir. Adjust water to taste. Chill and serve over ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.6 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 1.3 g, Sodium 3.2 mg, Sugar 33.3 g
OLD-FASHIONED LEMON BALM LEMONADE
An old-fashioned, simple lemonade but with the extra flavor of lemon balm! Enjoyed by children and adults alike. Serve well-chilled.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 30m
Yield 1 quart of Lemonade, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Scrub the lemons well. Peel the rind thinly, avoiding the white pithe, and set aside the lemons.
- Place the lemon rind, lemon balm leaves, and the sugar into a small heat-proof pitcher. Pour the boiling water into the pitcher and stir well, crushing the lemon balm leaves to release their flavor. Leave mixture to infuse for about 15 minutes.
- Now, cut the lemons in half and squeeze out the juice. Strain juice into a large glass pitcher, add a few fresh sprigs of lemon balm, and add the cooled, strained syrup. Top up with water or half-water half-ice, and chill until needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.3, Fat 0.3, Sodium 7, Carbohydrate 36.5, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 25, Protein 1.3
LEMON VERBENA SIMPLE SYRUP
An intensely fragrant syrup that combines citrus, floral, and woody notes into a flavor-booster for cocktails, mocktails, and sorbets. Your kitchen is going to smell amazing. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
Provided by foodelicious
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Syrup Recipes
Time 41m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine water, sugar, and lemon verbena leaves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 1 minute. Remove from heat and let syrup steep, about 30 minutes.
- Pour syrup into a sterilized glass jar through a mesh strainer to remove lemon verbena leaves; let cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 25 g
VINTAGE LEMONADE
In the 1800's this is how people made lemonade--you can do it too! It's not that difficult, and tastes wonderful!
Provided by Aunt Suzie
Categories Drinks Recipes Lemonade Recipes
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Peel the rinds from the 5 lemons and cut them into 1/2 inch slices. Set the lemons aside.
- Place the rinds in a bowl and sprinkle the sugar over them. Let this stand for about one hour, so that the sugar begins to soak up the oils from the lemons.
- Bring water to a boil in a covered saucepan and then pour the hot water over the sugared lemon rinds. Allow this mixture to cool for 20 minutes and then remove the rinds.
- Squeeze the lemons into another bowl. Pour the juice through a strainer into the sugar mixture. Stir well, pour into pitcher and pop it in the fridge! Serve with ice cubes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.9 calories, Carbohydrate 76.9 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 12.9 mg, Sugar 62.4 g
LEMON VERBENA LEMONADE
Lemon verbena, which has lemon's clean taste but not its tartness, balances the acidity of fresh lemonade.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes
Yield Makes 7 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Bring sugar and water to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat, and add lemon verbena. Cover, and steep for 15 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve, and let cool completely.
- Combine lemon juice and lemon verbena syrup in a pitcher. Fill glasses with lemon verbena ice, and divide lemonade among glasses.
LEMON VERBENA SYRUP
Provided by Anton Nocito
Categories Spritzer Non-Alcoholic Herb Cocktail Party Spring Summer Chill Party Boil Drink
Yield Makes about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, bring the water and sugar to a boil. Add the lemon verbena leaves and cover the pan. Steep for 15 minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh strainer, discard the leaves, and let cool. Store the syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Cherry Verbena Soda
- For one drink, fill a tall glass with ice. Add 1 tablespoon of the Lemon Verbena Syrup, 2 tablespoons of Sour Cherry Syrup , and a few dashes of acid phosphate or lemon juice or citric acid solution. Top with seltzer and mix gently. Garnish with lemon verbena leaves and maraschino cherries, if desired.
LEMONADE SYRUP
This is great to sweeten and add a lemony zing to tea or fruity beverages. It will keep in the fridge for up to 1 year. You can also dilute the syrup with cold water and ice to make lemonade. You can substitute the lemon juice with orange, grapefruit, lime or any other juice that suits your fancy. MMMMMM!
Provided by JenSmith
Categories Sauces
Time 23m
Yield 50 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and cool.
- When cool, add juice and stir to mix.
- Pour syrup into a glass jar and seal. Store in the refrigerator.
Tips:
- Use fresh lemon balm and lemon verbena: Fresh herbs will give your syrup the best flavor. If you can't find fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount.
- Don't boil the syrup: Boiling the syrup will destroy the delicate flavor of the herbs. Bring the mixture to a simmer and then remove it from the heat.
- Let the syrup cool completely before using: This will allow the flavors to develop and mellow.
- Store the syrup in a cool, dark place: The syrup will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
- Use the syrup to make lemonade, cocktails, or mocktails: You can also use it to flavor yogurt, ice cream, or fruit salad.
Conclusion:
This old-fashioned lemon balm and lemon verbena lemonade syrup is a refreshing and flavorful way to enjoy the summer. It's easy to make and can be used in a variety of drinks and desserts. So next time you're looking for a refreshing drink, give this syrup a try. You won't be disappointed.
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