Warming Winter Lemonade
Cozy up with a steaming mug of Warming Winter Lemonade, a soothing blend of zesty fresh lemon juice, sweet honey, and aromatic winter spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise. Infused with the subtle heat of fresh ginger, this comforting beverage is the perfect remedy for chilly days and a delightful way to boost your spirits during the colder months. Ready in just 25 minutes, it strikes the perfect balance between tangy and sweet, making it a crowd-pleasing choice for family gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire. Garnished with a slice of lemon and optional fresh mint, this spiced lemonade is not only visually stunning but also refreshingly warming. Serve it hot and let its bright flavors and cozy aroma melt the winter blues away!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 3 whole fresh lemons
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 1 whole cinnamon stick
- 3 whole cloves
- 1 whole star anise
- 4 slices lemon slices (for garnish)
- 2 sprigs optional fresh mint (for garnish)
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, pour 4 cups of water and place it over medium heat.
2. While the water heats up, slice the fresh ginger into thin pieces and juice the lemons to yield approximately 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice.
3. Add the ginger slices, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise into the saucepan. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 10 minutes to allow the spices to infuse the water.
4. Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice and honey. Adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
5. Strain the lemonade into mugs or heatproof glasses to remove the ginger and spices.
6. Garnish each mug with a slice of lemon and an optional sprig of fresh mint for a pop of color and aroma.
7. Serve the Warming Winter Lemonade hot and enjoy its cozy, spiced flavors on a cold day.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.5 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 214 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 511 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.
