Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Rosemary Lemonade, a delightful herbal twist on the classic summer drink. This invigorating beverage combines the zesty flavor of fresh lemons with the aromatic essence of rosemary, making it perfect for sunny days, picnics, or gatherings with friends and family. With its easy preparation and customizable sweetness, this Rosemary Lemonade will elevate any occasion. Enjoy it over ice or use it as a base for cocktails – either way, it’s bound to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–8 lemons)
- 1 cup sugar
- 3–4 cups cold water (divided)
- 3–4 sprigs fresh rosemary (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the rosemary simple syrup by combining sugar, 1 cup of water, and rosemary in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Strain the syrup into a heat-safe container to remove the rosemary.
- In a large pitcher, mix together lemon juice, rosemary syrup (reserve some for later), and 3 cups cold water. Stir well and adjust sweetness to your liking.
- Serve over ice or chill in the fridge until ready to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 31g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg