Holunder-Limonade mit Minze (Druckversion)
Ein erfrischendes Sommergetränk mit dem Duft von Holunderblüten und frischer Minze, ideal für warme Tage.
# Zutaten:
→ Sweetener
01 -
1 cup granulated sugar
→ Water
02 -
4 cups water
03 -
1 cup elderflower cordial
→ Citrus
04 -
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-5 lemons)
→ Herbs
05 -
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
# Anleitung:
01 -
In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely to create a simple syrup. Remove from heat and let cool.
02 -
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled simple syrup, elderflower cordial, lemon juice, and the remaining 3 cups of water. Stir well to combine.
03 -
Add the fresh mint leaves and gently bruise them with a spoon to release their flavor.
04 -
Chill the lemonade in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
05 -
Serve over ice and garnish with additional mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.
# Hinweise:
01 -
For a sparkling twist, replace some of the water with sparkling water.
02 -
Consider adding a splash of gin for an adult version.