Elevate your taste buds and impress your friends with the delightful Tuscan Lemonade Cocktail, a captivating blend of zesty lemons, fresh basil, gin, and a touch of sweetness. This refreshing cocktail transports you to the picturesque rolling hills of Tuscany, with its vibrant flavors and aromatic herbs. Whether you're hosting a garden party or unwinding at home, the Tuscan Lemonade Cocktail is the perfect accompaniment to a warm summer evening or a cozy night in.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
ITALIAN LEMONADE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 55m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix lemon juice, Basil Simple Syrup, and water together in a pitcher. Store in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Pour over ice filled glasses and garnish with a lemon twist.
- In a saucepan combine basil, sugar, and water and simmer until the sugar is dissolved, 5 minutes. Cool, strain the simple syrup, and store in the refrigerator.
TUSCAN LEMONADE COCKTAIL
A sparkling adult lemonade cocktail that is super easy to throw together.
Provided by CRAZY4SUSHI
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix lemonade concentrate, vodka, limoncello, and sliced lemons together in a big pitcher. Chill until ready to serve. Add sparkling water to pitcher and serve over ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33.4 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.5 g, Sodium 9.2 mg, Sugar 29 g
TUSCAN VODKA LEMONADE WITH ROSEMARY AND THYME SIMPLE SYRUP
Steps:
- To make the rosemary and thyme simple syrup, add the granulated sugar, 2 sprigs or the rosemary, 2 sprigs of the thyme and the water to a small saucepan. Turn on the heat and bring to a gentle boil, then stir to dissolve the sugar. Turn off the heat and let it cool. Discard the rosemary and thyme. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 month.
- Add the vodka, lemon juice and 2/3 cup of the rosemary and thyme simple syrup (or more if you like a sweeter cocktail!) into a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Mix together the superfine sugar and cayenne pepper then spread onto a plate. Run a lemon wedge around the rim of each glass and dip into the sugar and cayenne mixture. Fill each glass with ice, then divide the vodka lemonade between the 2 glasses. Garnish each glass with a sprig of rosemary and a sprig of thyme. Enjoy!
TUSCAN LEMONADE
Make and share this Tuscan Lemonade recipe from Food.com.
Provided by seahorse73
Categories Beverages
Time P13D
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place lemon juice in 2-quart sealable container. Add vodka, Licor 43, water and thyme. Seal and refrigerate. Let rest for 2 days.
- After 2 days, add simple syrup to taste, but slightly less sweet than you'd like. Reseal and refrigerate another day.
- On the third day, add more simple syrup if necessary. Serve from a pitcher in martini glasses with crushed ice.
- Garnish with a sprig of thyme.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249, Sodium 1.8, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 1.4, Protein 0.2
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can use bottled lemon juice, but be sure to use a good quality brand.
- Make sure the lemonade is cold before serving. You can chill it in the refrigerator for at least an hour, or you can serve it over ice.
- Garnish the lemonade with a lemon slice or a sprig of mint for a refreshing touch.
- If you want to make a non-alcoholic version of this cocktail, simply omit the vodka.
- You can also experiment with different flavors of lemonade. For example, you could add a splash of cranberry juice or a few drops of lavender extract.
Conclusion:
Tuscan Lemonade is a refreshing and flavorful cocktail that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're in the mood for a delicious and refreshing drink, give Tuscan Lemonade a try!
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