Bottled Drink Recipe
A bottled drink is a refreshing beverage made with water, sugar, lemon juice, and mint leaves. This version offers a bright citrusy flavor balanced by the coolness of fresh mint, making it a perfect thirst-quencher. Here's how to make it at home.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
- 3
Add Citric Acid
Stir in 1 teaspoon of citric acid into the mixture while still boiling. This adds a tangy flavor to your drink.
- 4
Remove from Heat
Once the citric acid is added, remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for about 15 minutes.
Flavoring
- 5
Add Fresh Lemon Juice
Once the mixture has cooled, add 1 cup of fresh lemon juice to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Infuse with Mint
Add 1 cup of fresh mint leaves to the mixture. Allow it to steep for 30 minutes for flavor infusion.
- 7
Strain the Mixture
Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture into another container to remove the mint leaves.
- 8
Add Food Coloring (Optional)
If you desire a colorful drink, add 5 drops of food coloring and stir until evenly distributed.
Bottling
- 9
Prepare Bottles
Ensure your drink bottles are clean and sterilized. You can do this by running them through the dishwasher or washing with hot, soapy water.
- 10
Fill the Bottles
Pour the finished drink into the prepared bottles, leaving about an inch of space at the top.
- 11
Seal and Refrigerate
Seal the bottles tightly with caps and refrigerate. The bottled drink can be consumed within a week.