Herb Lemonade
This sugar-free lemonade recipe is easy to make in big batches for a summer crowd. Serve it from a clear drink dispenser to show off the beautiful herbs and keep the stems out of your guests glasses.
Ingredients:
1/2 gallon filtered water
1/2 to 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Stevia to taste
Herbs of choice : suggestions include lavender, dill, rosemary, basil and mint
Instructions:
Add herbs and a small portion of stevia to a clear drink dispenser.
Add lemon juice and water.
Test for desired balance of sweet, tart, and herbs. Adjust ingredients as necessary.
Tips:
Start with a small amount of stevia (either powder or drops)... you can always add more as you go.
If using leafy herbs such as mint or basil, add them to your container first and crush the leaves a bit with a muddler. This releases the oils and flavors the lemonade more quickly.
If using more delicately sized herbs such as lavender or rosemary, leave the herbs intact on their stem.