Lemon Verbena Lemonade
Elevate your summer refreshment game with this Lemon Verbena Lemonade, a revitalizing twist on the classic drink. Infused with the delicate, herbal notes of fresh lemon verbena leaves, this recipe perfectly balances tart citrus and subtle sweetness. The process begins by simmering the fragrant leaves to extract their bright, citrusy aroma, then blending the infused liquid with freshly squeezed lemon juice and just the right amount of sugar for a smooth finish. Served ice-cold in frosted glasses and optionally garnished with lemon slices and sprigs of fresh verbena, this lemonade is a showstopper for garden parties, picnics, or simply unwinding on a hot day. Naturally light and refreshing, this easy-to-make drink is ready in just 15 minutes and offers a delightful way to stay hydrated while showcasing the unique flavors of seasonal herbs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (lightly packed) Fresh lemon verbena leaves
- 4 cups Water
- 4 medium (juiced) Lemons
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 slices Optional lemon slices
- 4 sprigs Optional fresh lemon verbena sprigs
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups of water and the lemon verbena leaves. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture steep for 5 minutes to extract the lemon verbena flavor.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the liquid into a large pitcher to remove the lemon verbena leaves. Discard the leaves.
Add the granulated sugar to the pitcher while the mixture is still warm. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Juice the lemons and strain the juice to remove seeds and pulp. Add the fresh lemon juice to the pitcher.
Stir in the remaining 2 cups of cold water to dilute the lemonade to your taste.
Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill thoroughly (optional).
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh lemon verbena if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 39 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 129.4 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.4 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 109.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 524 mg | 11% | |
*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.
