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Mint Lemonade

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Written By: Sarah Perreault Managing Editor
Yield
6-8 servings
Category
Beverages
Course
Other
Sources
The Old Farmer's Almanac Garden-Fresh Cookbook

Nothing says summer quite like a glass of homemade mint lemonade (even when it’s not quite summer). This refreshing drink combines fresh lemon juice, orange juice, and a fragrant mint simple syrup for a bright, citrusy flavor that’s both cooling and invigorating. 

Topped with ginger ale for a touch of fizz, this easy mint lemonade recipe is perfect for backyard gatherings, picnics, or relaxing on a warm afternoon. Best of all, the mint syrup is simple to make and adds a delicious aroma that takes this classic lemonade to the next level.

Ingredients
1 cup sugar
2 cups fresh mint leaves, with stems
1 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup fresh orange juice
1 cup ginger ale

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine sugar with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. 
  2. Add mint, remove from heat, cover, and let liquid steep for 1 hour.
  3. Strain liquid into a bowl. 
  4. In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine mint syrup, lemon juice, orange juice, and ginger ale. Serve over ice.

About The Author
Sarah Perreault

Sarah Perreault

Managing Editor

Managing Editor Sarah Perreault joined The Old Farmer’s Almanac in 2003. She has tons of quirky and little-known facts crammed into that brain of hers, which may be thought useless elsewhere—but not h...
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