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Refreshing Lemon-Mint Lemonade with a Hint of Ginger (Sugar-Free)

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Description

Discover the essence of summer captured in a glass! Our lemonade is a modern, healthy interpretation of the classic drink that delights with its perfect balance of flavors. Freshly squeezed juice from juicy lemons serves as a refreshing base, enriched with aromatic mint that releases its essential oils with every sip. An unexpected yet brilliant addition is the syrup with a hint of fresh ginger, which adds a subtle spiciness and warming character to the drink. Most importantly, all the sweetness comes from erythritol – a natural, zero-calorie sugar substitute, allowing you to enjoy its flavor without guilt. Perfectly chilled, served with ice cubes and lemon slices, it is not just a drink but also an ornament for any summer table. It’s an excellent choice for hot days, garden gatherings, or as a healthy alternative to sugary sodas for the whole family.

Ingredients (7)

Servings:
4
  • Lemon 7.5 szt.
  • Still mineral water 1500 ml
  • Erythritol 100 g
  • Fresh ginger 30 g
  • Fresh mint 1 pęczek
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Ice cubes 200 g
  • Lemon for decoration 1 szt.
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Preparation steps

Sugar-free ginger syrup

1

Prepare a syrup that will be the base for sweetness and spiciness. Pour 250 ml of mineral water (from the total of 1500 ml) into a small saucepan and add all the erythritol. Place it over low heat. Peel a piece of ginger using a teaspoon (this is the easiest way to remove the skin without wasting the flesh), and then grate it on a fine grater. Add the grated ginger to the saucepan.

Ingredients: Still mineral water, Erythritol, Fresh ginger
Use a small saucepan with a thick bottom to prevent the syrup from burning. Stir with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula. Do not bring to a strong boil, gentle heating is sufficient.
2

Heat the syrup, stirring constantly, until the erythritol is completely dissolved. You should obtain a clear liquid. As soon as the liquid starts to gently bubble (small bubbles will appear), reduce the heat to the minimum and cook for about 3-4 minutes to allow the ginger to release all its aroma. Then remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool completely for about 15-20 minutes.

It is very important for the syrup to cool completely before adding it to the lemon juice. Adding hot liquid to cold ingredients can result in the loss of some vitamins and freshness of flavor.
3

When the syrup is cold, prepare a small bowl and a fine sieve. Pour the syrup through the sieve, pressing the grated ginger with a spoon to extract as much aromatic liquid as possible. You can discard the ginger scraps. You will get a clear, sweet-spicy syrup ready for use.

Use a sieve with the finest mesh to ensure the lemonade is perfectly clear. If you don't have such a sieve, you can line a regular sieve with a piece of cheesecloth.

Preparing the lemonade base

4

It's time to prepare the lemons. To get the most juice out of them, place each lemon on the kitchen counter and, pressing down firmly with your hand, roll it for several seconds. Cut the lemons in half and squeeze out the juice. It's best to use a citrus juicer. Pour the juice into a large pitcher, at least 2 liters.

Ingredients: Lemon
If you don't have a juicer, you can squeeze the juice by hand. To avoid seeds in the lemonade, squeeze the juice through a strainer held over a jug.
5

Take a bunch of fresh mint. Tear off about 20-30 of the prettiest leaves from the stems. Place them in your hand and 'wake up' the mint by clapping your other hand – this simple trick will bruise the leaves slightly and release an intense, refreshing aroma. Toss the 'awakened' mint leaves into the pitcher with lemon juice.

Ingredients: Fresh mint
Do not chop or tear the mint! Bruising the leaves by clapping is gentler and releases the aroma without the bitter notes that could arise from cutting with a knife.

Combining and serving

6

Pour the prepared and cooled ginger syrup into the pitcher with lemon juice and mint. Then add the remaining chilled mineral water (about 1250 ml). Gently stir the mixture with a long spoon to combine all the flavors.

Ingredients: Still mineral water
Use a large, long spoon (e.g., for latte) to stir the drink freely to the bottom of the pitcher. Stir slowly and gently to avoid damaging the mint leaves too much.
7

Prepare the serving glasses. Fill them with ice cubes up to 1/3. If you are using lemon for decoration, slice it into thin rounds now. Place 1-2 slices in each glass. Carefully pour the prepared lemonade into the glasses.

Ingredients: Ice cubes, Lemon for decoration
It's best to use tall glasses like 'highball' or 'collins', which will beautifully showcase the contents. Adding ice and lemon slices before pouring the drink will ensure an even distribution of ingredients.
8

Garnish each serving with a fresh mint leaf on top. Serve immediately to enjoy maximum refreshment. Bon appétit!

For an extra visual and flavor effect, you can add a few frozen raspberries or blueberries to the glasses. They will act like flavored ice cubes.

Fun Fact

💡

The first records of a drink made from lemon juice, water, and sugar date back to medieval Egypt. It was considered not only a refreshment but also a remedy. In the 17th century, lemonade became extremely popular in Paris, where it was sold from distinctive containers carried on the back.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve the lemonade in a clear pitcher to showcase the lemon slices and mint leaves. You can add colorful, eco-friendly straws to the glasses. For variety, you can replace part of the water with chilled green tea or add a splash of lime juice for a more complex citrus flavor.

🥡 Storage

Lemonade is best stored in the refrigerator in a closed pitcher or bottle for up to 2 days. Keep in mind that over time, the mint may lose its vibrant color and aroma. If you plan to store it longer, add fresh mint just before serving.

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