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Fresh Sparkling Peach Lemonade with Mint

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A refreshing and easy homemade summer drink combining ripe peaches, tart lemons, fresh mint, and sparkling water for a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and herbal flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium fresh peaches, peeled and sliced
  • 4 fresh lemons, juiced (about 1/2 cup or 120 ml juice)
  • 15–20 fresh mint leaves
  • 1/3 cup (65 grams) sugar or honey, adjust to taste
  • 4 cups (1 liter) chilled sparkling water
  • Ice cubes, for serving
  • Optional: pinch of salt
  • Optional: splash of peach schnapps for an adult twist

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice about 3 medium ripe peaches. To peel easily, score an “X” on the bottom of each peach and blanch in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into ice water to loosen the skins (optional).
  2. Place the sliced peaches in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth but still a little textured, about 30 seconds. Strain through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer pulp-free lemonade.
  3. Juice 4 fresh lemons to yield about 1/2 cup (120 ml). Strain seeds if needed. Optionally add a teaspoon of finely grated lemon zest.
  4. In a serving pitcher or bowl, place 15-20 fresh mint leaves and 1/3 cup sugar or honey. Gently muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to release mint oils and dissolve sweetener without shredding leaves.
  5. Add the peach puree and lemon juice to the muddled mint and sugar mixture. Stir well until sugar is mostly dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  6. Slowly pour in 4 cups (1 liter) of chilled sparkling water. Stir gently to combine, preserving the bubbles.
  7. Fill glasses with plenty of ice cubes. Pour the lemonade over the ice and garnish with a sprig of mint and a thin peach slice if desired.
  8. Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh sparkle and bright flavors. If preparing ahead, keep peach-lemon base and sparkling water separate until serving.

Notes

[‘Use ripe peaches that yield slightly to gentle pressure for best flavor.’, ‘Be gentle when muddling mint to avoid bitterness.’, ‘Add sparkling water last and stir gently to keep bubbles intact.’, ‘Strain peach puree if you prefer a smoother texture.’, ‘Prepare peach puree and lemon juice in advance but add sparkling water just before serving.’, ‘Store fresh mint in a damp paper towel inside a sealed bag for maximum freshness.’, ‘Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained before blending.’, ‘For lower sugar, substitute sugar with natural sweeteners like agave or stevia.’, ‘Optional splash of peach schnapps can be added for an adult version.’]

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Keywords: peach lemonade, sparkling lemonade, summer drink, mint lemonade, homemade lemonade, refreshing drink, peach drink, non-alcoholic beverage

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