Claret Lemonade
Elevate your summer sipping game with Claret Lemonade, a sophisticated twist on classic lemonade that's perfect for entertaining or unwinding on a warm evening. This refreshing beverage combines the bold, fruity notes of red wine—preferably claret or any dry, fruity variety—with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Sweetened with a homemade simple syrup and balanced with cold water, it’s an effortless blend of tangy and sweet. Served over ice and garnished with vibrant lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs, this wine-infused lemonade is as visually striking as it is delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an elegant, crowd-pleasing option for brunches, cocktail parties, or lazy afternoons.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 375 ml Red wine (preferably claret or any dry, fruity red wine)
- 125 ml Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 500 ml Cold water
- 12 pieces Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lemon slices (for garnish)
- 4 sprigs Fresh mint sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and 125 ml of cold water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved. This will make a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
In a large pitcher, combine the red wine, freshly squeezed lemon juice, the prepared simple syrup, and the remaining 375 ml of cold water. Stir well to combine.
Add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir gently to chill the mixture.
Taste and adjust the sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar or water, depending on your preference.
Pour the Claret Lemonade into individual glasses filled with more ice cubes. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing beverage!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 660 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
