Tarragon Lemonade
Elevate your summer refreshment game with this uniquely herbal Tarragon Lemonade, a zesty and aromatic twist on the classic citrus drink! Featuring freshly squeezed lemon juice, a homemade tarragon-infused simple syrup, and a hint of natural sweetness, this lemonade strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sophisticated flavors. The herbal essence of fresh tarragon adds an unexpected layer of complexity, making it a standout at picnics, brunches, or any sunny gathering. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make beverage is served chilled over ice and can be beautifully garnished with lemon slices and sprigs of tarragon for an elegant finish. Cool, refreshing, and utterly unique, Tarragon Lemonade is the citrusy drink you'll crave all season long.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 pieces Fresh lemons
- 5 cups Water
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 5 sprigs Fresh tarragon
- 2 cups Ice
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- 4 sprigs Tarragon sprigs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Juice the lemons to extract about 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. Remove any seeds and set the juice aside.
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, the granulated sugar, and 3 sprigs of tarragon. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar fully dissolves and a simple syrup is formed. This should take about 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the tarragon steep in the syrup for 10 minutes to infuse its flavor.
Strain the tarragon syrup through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher, discarding the tarragon sprigs.
Add the fresh lemon juice and the remaining 4 cups of cold water to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness by adding more water or a touch more sugar if desired.
Add ice to the pitcher to chill the lemonade or serve in individual glasses over ice.
Garnish each serving with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh tarragon, if desired, for a decorative and aromatic touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.7 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 209.5 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 671 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.
