Herbal Brainstorm Rosemary-Raspberry Lemonade |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This beautiful, refreshing drink is a fusion of herbs, flowers and good old-fashioned lemonade. It can be served iced or warm, and it really gives a nice lift to the brain. A great party drink, this treat can be sipped on a hot summer day. Ingredients:
1 quart water |
1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves or 1/8 cup dry rosemary |
3 medium lemons |
1/4-1/2 cup honey or 1/4-1/2 cup maple syrup |
1 cup fresh raspberries or 1 cup frozen raspberries |
ice cube |
fresh edible flower (to garnish) |
Directions:
1. Make a rosemary infusion:.
2. Measure out 1-2 ounces (about 1/2-1 cup) of dried herbs per quart of boiling water. If using fresh herbs, double the amount of plant material. Combine the herbs in a pot.
3. Pour 1 quart of boiling water over the herbs.
4. Strain, and sweeten lightly with honey if desired.
5. Make the lemonade:.
6. After the rosemary infusion. Stir, cover and allow to steep for 15-20 minutes.
7. Strain out the rosemary leaves, and add the fresh lemon and honey or maple syrup. Stir well and transfer to a festive glass bowl.
8. Add the raspberries and ice cubes, and garnish with a few sprinkles of edible flowers such as basil blossoms, borage, calendula, lavender, rose petals or nasturtiums).
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