Lemon Mint Squash
Quench your thirst with this invigorating Lemon Mint Squash, a perfect balance of tang, sweetness, and a fizzy twist! Crafted with freshly squeezed lemon juice, fragrant mint leaves, and a homemade simple syrup, this refreshing drink comes together in just 10 minutes. The addition of club soda gives it a bubbly lift, while ice cubes ensure it’s icy cool. Ideal for sunny afternoons or as a sophisticated mocktail for gatherings, this beverage is both easy to make and beautifully garnished with lemon slices and mint sprigs. Whether you're hosting or relaxing at home, this citrusy mint drink is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, delivering a burst of flavor with every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 15 leaves Mint leaves (fresh)
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Club soda
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lemon slices (for garnish)
- 4 sprigs Mint sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
In a saucepan, combine the sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
In a blender, add the mint leaves and pulse briefly to release their aroma.
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the cooled simple syrup, and the mint leaves.
Add the remaining 1 cup of water and stir well to mix all the ingredients.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes, and pour the lemon mint mixture until the glass is two-thirds full.
Top each glass with club soda for a fizzy kick and stir lightly.
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Lemon Mint Squash!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
438 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 170 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.4 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.1 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 230 mg | 5% | |
*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.
