Description
A refreshing and hydrating drink perfect for summer, made with lemon and mint.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium lemons, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves
- 8 cups filtered water
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the sliced lemons and fresh mint leaves.
- Pour the filtered water over the lemon and mint mixture.
- Stir gently to combine the flavors.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for a stronger flavor.
- Serve over ice if desired, and garnish with additional mint leaves or lemon slices.
Notes
- For added flavor, include slices of cucumber or berries such as strawberries or raspberries.
- If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a teaspoon of honey or agave syrup to the mixture before chilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg