Sparkling Vanilla Lemonade
Quench your thirst with the refreshing and sophisticated flavors of Sparkling Vanilla Lemonade, a delightful twist on a classic summer beverage. This easy-to-make recipe combines the tangy brightness of freshly squeezed lemons with the smooth warmth of vanilla-infused simple syrup, all topped off with fizzy sparkling water for a bubbly finish. Perfect for a sunny day, it takes just 15 minutes to prepare and serves four, making it an elegant choice for entertaining or a relaxing treat for yourself. Garnished with vibrant lemon slices and aromatic fresh mint leaves, this sparkling lemonade is not only a visual showstopper but also a perfectly balanced fusion of sweet, tart, and effervescent. Whether you're hosting a brunch, cooling off by the pool, or simply indulging in a bit of flavorful self-care, this Sparkling Vanilla Lemonade is your ultimate go-to for a refreshing and unique drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Fresh lemons
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 1 cups Water
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 4 cups Sparkling water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lemon slices
- 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Roll the lemons on a countertop to make them easier to juice, then cut them in half and juice them into a small bowl or measuring cup. You should have about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar completely dissolves. This creates a simple syrup.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the simple syrup cool for about 5 minutes. Then stir in the vanilla extract.
In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice and the cooled vanilla simple syrup. Mix well.
Just before serving, add the sparkling water to the pitcher and stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more simple syrup or sugar.
Fill each glass with a handful of ice cubes. Pour the sparkling vanilla lemonade over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and two fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately for the best fizz.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
463 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 70 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 106.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 374 mg | 8% | |
*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.
