Pineapple Mint Lemonade: A Refreshing Summer Sipper 🍍🌿🍋
As the sun climbs high and the days grow long, finding a way to beat the heat becomes essential. This Pineapple Mint Lemonade is not just a drink, but a delightful, cooling experience that combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with the crisp freshness of mint and the tangy zing of lemon. Perfect for sipping by the pool, serving at a summer party, or enjoying as a daily refresher, this lemonade is a must-try. Below, you’ll find a simple recipe to make this thirst-quenching treat at home.
Ingredients
For the Mint Simple Syrup:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup mint leaves, packed
For the Lemonade:
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 cup lemon juice
- 2 cups water
Instructions
1. Make the Mint Simple Syrup:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, water, and mint leaves.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves.
- Gently muddle the mint leaves with a wooden spoon to release their oils.
- Allow to simmer for 1 minute, then remove from heat.
- Let the syrup steep until it reaches room temperature, about 15-20 minutes.
2. Prepare the Lemonade:
- In a large pitcher, mix the pineapple juice, lemon juice, and water.
3. Combine and Sweeten:
- Once the syrup is cooled, strain it through a sieve to remove the mint leaves.
- Gradually add the mint syrup to the lemonade mixture, tasting as you go, until you reach your desired level of sweetness.
4. Serve and Enjoy:
- Refrigerate to chill or serve immediately over ice.
- Optionally, garnish each glass with additional mint leaves and a wedge of lemon for an extra touch of elegance and flavor.
Prep Time: 15 min | Total Time: 30 min
This Pineapple Mint Lemonade is the epitome of summer in a glass. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, needing a post-yard work refreshment, or just looking for something new and delicious, this beverage is sure to impress. Enjoy the interplay of flavors and the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness in each sip! 🍹
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Pineapple Mint Lemonade 🍍🌿🍋
- Total Time: 30min
Ingredients
Mint Simple Syrup:
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup water
½ cup mint leaves, packed
Lemonade:
2 cups pineapple juice
1 cup lemon juice
2 cups water
Instructions
1️⃣ In a saucepan over medium heat, add granulated sugar, water, and mint leaves. Bring to a boil and stir until sugar dissolves. Lightly muddle mint leaves with a wooden spoon. Simmer for 1 minute, then remove from heat. Allow to steep until room temperature, about 15-20 minutes. 🍃🔥
2️⃣ Meanwhile, add pineapple juice, lemon juice, and water to a pitcher. 🍍🍋💧
3️⃣ When cooled, pour simple syrup mixture through a sieve to remove mint leaves. Stir as much simple syrup as needed into lemon mixture to achieve desired sweetness. 🥣
4️⃣ Refrigerate, or serve over ice and enjoy. Optionally garnish with additional mint leaves and lemon wedges. ❄️🍹
- Prep Time: 15min