Lemonade Bang
Quench your thirst with a refreshing burst of flavor in every sip of *Lemonade Bang*! This zesty, fizzy drink combines freshly squeezed lemon juice, a touch of homemade simple syrup, and crisp club soda for a delightful sparkling twist. Infused with muddled strawberries and fragrant mint leaves, this lemonade not only bursts with vibrant, natural flavors but also serves up a stunning presentation. Perfectly chilled over ice and ready in just 20 minutes, this summer-ready recipe is an ideal go-to for picnics, backyard barbecues, or any sunny afternoon. Garnish with fresh mint or a lemon slice to add a festive, Instagram-worthy touch to this crowd-pleasing beverage. Refreshing lemonade has never been this exciting!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Fresh lemons
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Club soda
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 cups Strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
Roll the lemons on a countertop to help release their juices. Then cut them in half and juice them using a citrus juicer. You should end up with about 1 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Strain the juice to remove pulp and seeds.
In a small saucepan, combine 0.75 cups of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely. This creates a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool.
In a large pitcher, combine the lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well.
Add the sliced strawberries and fresh mint leaves to the pitcher. Use a wooden spoon to lightly muddle the strawberries and mint to release their flavors without over-crushing them.
Refrigerate the lemonade mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the lemonade mixture over the ice, filling each glass 2/3 full.
Top each glass with club soda to add a fizzy twist. Gently stir to combine.
Garnish with additional mint leaves or a lemon slice on the rim of each glass, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 187 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 188.9 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 626 mg | 13% | |
*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.
