Description

Bright, bubbly, and bursting with refreshing citrus flavor, the Sparkling Lemonade Mocktail is the ultimate thirst-quencher for any occasion. This delightful beverage combines freshly squeezed lemons, a touch of sweet syrup, and fizzy sparkling water to create a sensational drink that evokes memories of sunny days. Perfect for poolside lounging or backyard barbecues, this mocktail is sure to impress guests while keeping things alcohol-free.

Ingredients

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1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 6 lemons)
1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups cold sparkling water
10 fresh mint leaves
Lemon slices for garnish

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Instructions

Squeeze fresh lemons to obtain one cup of juice; strain out seeds.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine one cup of sugar with one cup of water. Stir until dissolved to create simple syrup; let it cool.
In a large pitcher, mix the lemon juice with the cooled syrup; add four cups of cold sparkling water and stir gently.
Muddle mint leaves at the bottom of each glass before pouring in the lemonade mixture.
Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices and additional mint leaves.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 118
Sugar: 29g
Sodium: 9mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg