Rosemary Infused Lemonade
This sophisticated rosemary infused lemonade pairs the woody, piney aroma of fresh rosemary with bright citrus lemon juice for an herbaceous and refreshing summer beverage. This homemade herbal lemonade is perfect for backyard barbecues and adult gatherings looking for a unique non-alcoholic drink.
A bold and herbaceous rosemary lemonade made with fresh rosemary simple syrup and real lemon juice.
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Ingredients
syrup
lemonade
Instructions
Prepare Rosemary Syrup
Combine sugar, 1 cup water, and fresh rosemary sprigs in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves, bring to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let rosemary steep for another 10 minutes, then strain and cool.
Juice the Lemons
Squeeze fresh lemons to yield 1 cup of lemon juice. Roll the lemons on the counter before cutting to maximize juice yield.
Mix the Lemonade
Combine the cooled rosemary syrup, fresh lemon juice, and 3 cups of cold water in a large pitcher. Stir well and taste, adjusting sugar or lemon juice to your preference.
Garnish and Serve
Pour over ice and garnish each glass with a fresh rosemary sprig and lemon slice. The rosemary sprig doubles as a stirring stick and releases more aroma as you drink.
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