Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsAli BabaMint Lemonade Recipe

Mint Lemonade Recipe

Inspired by Ali Baba
Time30m
Serves4

Refreshing lemonade with mint.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Garnish (optional)

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Juicing the Lemons

    Cut the lemons in half and juice them into a measuring cup. You should have about 1 cup of lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Preparing the Mint

    Rinse the fresh mint leaves under cold water and gently pat them dry with a paper towel.

  3. 3

    Making the Simple Syrup

    In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.

Mixing the Lemonade

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the mint leaves, the cooled simple syrup, and the remaining 3 cups of water.

  2. 5

    Muddle the Mint

    Using a wooden spoon, gently muddle the mint leaves in the pitcher to release their flavor but avoid tearing them too much.

  3. 6

    Chill and Serve

    Add ice cubes to the pitcher and stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar, if desired. Serve in glasses garnished with lemon slices and mint sprigs, if using.

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