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The first day of Spring was Friday, so I thought I’d post one of my favorite beverage recipes: mint lemonade. Although most of us are awaiting Spring weather, this will be a refreshment to anticipate as the climate warms up again.
5 medium lemons, juiced
3 small limes, juiced
1 bunch of organic mint leaves with stems
organic raw agave or honey
carbonated water
Boil approximately 12 ounces of water. Steep the mint leaves in the hot water for 3-5 minutes, making a mint tea.
As the mint steeps, juice the lemons and limes into a pitcher.
Add cold water to the brewed to mint liquid to bring the tea temperature down. Pour into the pitcher to combine the mint tea and lemon-lime juice. Add agave to taste, approximately 1/2-2/3 cup, and stir. Pour your mixture into a glass of ice, approximately 1/3 to the top. Add cold spritzer water to the glass, garnish with mint leaves, if desired, and enjoy! (You can add more agave for extra sweetness.)
Tags: beverage recipe, lemonade, mint, mint lemonade, organic lemonade
