KENTUCKY LEMONADE

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Mint and bourbon give this drink a bit of a Kentucky kick, and ginger ale makes it a fizzy party punch.-Cathy Justus, Taylor, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1 cup lemon juice
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
1/2 cup bourbon, optional
4 cups ginger ale
Ice cubes
Optional: Lemon slices and additional fresh mint leaves

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cook 1-2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat; add lemon juice and mint leaves. If desired, stir in bourbon. Refrigerate 1 hour or until chilled., Just before serving, strain mixture into a 2-qt. pitcher; stir in ginger ale. Serve over ice. If desired, top with lemon slices and additional mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 12mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Asmaa Zaki
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This lemonade is the perfect balance of sweet and sour. It's so refreshing on a hot day.


Mn Manik
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I've made this lemonade several times and it always comes out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for summer gatherings.


Shaila Siddique
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my lemonade didn't turn out very good.


Catalina Stoica
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I made this lemonade for my kids and they loved it. They asked me to make it again the next day.


Md Hhanif Molla
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This lemonade is a great way to use up extra lemons.


D j Dogar
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I'm not a big fan of lemonade, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


shamshad rana
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This is the best lemonade recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Namono Rehema
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I love the unique flavor of this lemonade. It's so refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day.


RT RAJIB
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I followed the recipe exactly and the lemonade turned out great. I will definitely be making this again.


Lovely V
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The lemonade was a bit too sour for my taste.


Hafeez Hassani
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I made this lemonade for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Md Yamin
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Easy to follow recipe. The lemonade was delicious!


Marc Stevenson
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This was a great recipe! The lemonade was so refreshing and flavorful. I loved the addition of the mint and basil.


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