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Dolapo Grey

Refreshing Lemon Drink

5 from 3 votes
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Servings: 7
Course: Drinks
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lemons
  • 2 tbsps mint leaves
  • 6 tbsps sugar
  • 4 cups ice
  • 5 cups ice cold water

Method
 

  1. Squeeze the juice of one whole lemon
  2. Wash and slice about half a lemon for garnishing
  3. Transfer rinsed mint leaves and sugar into a pitcher. You could also use a mixture of honey and sugar
  4. Gently mash the mint with the sugar to release its fragrance, then add lemon juice and mix thoroughly to combine
  5. Add the ice and ice cold water, and mix well to combine. You want the sugar to be completely dissolved
  6. Add a few slices of lemon for extra flavour and colour
  7. Serve and enjoy