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Peach Basil Lemonade

Peach Basil Lemonade: Refreshing Summer Sips You’ll Love

Enjoy a refreshing Peach Basil Lemonade, a perfect blend of fruity and herbal flavors for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Infusion Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Lemonade
  • 6-8 pieces Lemons Opt for fresh, juicy lemons for the best taste.
  • 4 pieces Freestone Peaches Sliced and pitted; any ripe peaches work.
  • 1 cup Honey Consider using flower-infused honey.
  • 4 cups Water Warm water helps dissolve the honey evenly.
For the Herbal Note
  • 1/2 cup Basil Adds an herbaceous note; can substitute with mint or thyme.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large Pitcher
  • Muddler
  • fine mesh strainer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Peach Basil Lemonade
  1. Warm 4 cups of water in a medium saucepan over medium heat until warm but not boiling.
  2. Muddle ½ cup of fresh basil leaves in a large pitcher to release aromatic oils.
  3. Add 1 cup of honey, the juice of the lemons, and sliced peaches to the muddled basil. Stir gently.
  4. Pour the warm water into the pitcher and stir gently for another 30 seconds.
  5. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  6. Strain the mixture into another pitcher using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 32gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

For the best flavor, let the mixture infuse overnight. Use ripe peaches and fresh basil for vibrant taste.

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