Lemonade with fresh mint (Print version)

A refreshing citrus drink with fresh mint leaves for a cool, vibrant summer beverage.

# What you need:

→ Citrus

01 - 4 large lemons, juiced (approximately 240 ml fresh lemon juice)

→ Sweetener

02 - 120 ml granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

→ Water

03 - 960 ml cold water

→ Herbs

04 - 15 g fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish

→ Ice

05 - 480 ml ice cubes

# Directions:

01 - Combine fresh lemon juice and granulated sugar in a large pitcher, stirring until sugar fully dissolves.
02 - Add mint leaves to the mixture and gently muddle with a wooden spoon to release essential oils.
03 - Pour in cold water and stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
04 - Introduce ice cubes to the beverage and stir gently once more to chill the drink.
05 - Taste the lemonade and modify sugar content if necessary to suit personal preference.
06 - Pour lemonade into glasses and garnish with extra fresh mint leaves and lemon slices.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • It's so simple that even a rushed weeknight version still tastes infinitely better than store-bought.
  • Fresh mint does something almost medicinal—cooling and alive in a way that makes you feel like you're doing something right.
02 -
  • Don't over-muddle the mint—aggressive muddling bruises the leaves and makes them taste bitter instead of bright.
  • Cold water makes an enormous difference; room-temperature water turns this into something flat and forgettable.
03 -
  • Rolling lemons on the counter before cutting truly does release more juice—it's a small move that adds almost a quarter cup without extra effort.
  • Keep your mint in a damp paper towel in the fridge until the moment you need it; it stays fresher and the flavor stays snappier.

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