My Mint Lemonade Mint lemonade is one of those drinks that instantly takes me back to warm summer days and Middle Eastern gatherings. It’s incredibly refreshing, especially when the weather is hot, and the combination of tart fresh lemon and cool, fragrant mint is hard to beat. I wanted to make a homemade version that captures that fresh, vibrant flavor without relying on bottled lemonade or artificial flavors.

The little extra step of infusing the mint into the simple syrup makes such a difference—it gives the lemonade a deeper mint flavor while still keeping it bright and refreshing. What I love most about this recipe is how simple the ingredients are. Fresh lemons, fresh mint, sugar, and water come together to make something that feels special enough for guests but easy enough to make anytime.

Recipe

Mint Lemonade

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This homemade Mint Lemonade is bright, refreshing, and full of fresh citrus and mint flavor. A simple mint-infused syrup adds sweetness and depth, while fresh lemon juice and plenty of ice make it the perfect cooling drink for warm days, gatherings, or everyday sipping.

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Ingredients

3 4 fresh lemons juiced (about 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice)
1/2 1 cup sugar or to taste
1 cup water
3-4 cup cold water
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves finely chopped
2 cups ice
Extra lemon slices and mint for garnish

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves.
Remove the mint leaves from the stems and set the leaves aside. Add the mint stems to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil for 2–3 minutes to infuse the syrup with mint flavor.
Remove and discard the mint stems. Stir in about 3/4 of the chopped mint leaves and allow the simple syrup to cool completely.
In a large pitcher, add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and pour in the cooled mint simple syrup.
Add 3–4 cups of cold water and 2 cups of ice. Stir well until everything is fully combined.
Add the remaining chopped mint leaves and a few fresh lemon slices to the pitcher for extra flavor and presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Connie’s notes

Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the brightest, freshest flavor.
Adjust the sugar to taste. Start with less if you prefer a more tart lemonade.
Don’t discard the mint stems right away. Simmering them in the simple syrup adds extra mint flavor without wasting them.
Let the mint syrup cool completely before mixing it with the lemon juice and cold water.
Add most of the chopped mint to the syrup while it cools so the flavor has time to infuse.
Add the remaining fresh mint at the end for a brighter, fresher mint flavor.
For a stronger mint taste, chill the finished lemonade in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
Add the ice just before serving so the lemonade stays cold without becoming overly diluted.
Garnish with fresh lemon slices and mint leaves for a pretty presentation.