Lemon Thyme Mint Lemonade

Mint lemonade has always been one of my summertime thirst-quenching beverages. Adding a sprig of lemon thyme to the mix really kicks up that herbaceous taste. This lemon thyme mint lemonade is great for sipping during the heat of summer while you are outside enjoying the sunshine.

For a sweet, tart and fruity lemonade, try my strawberry lemonade.

Well, the rain finally ceased only to bring unseasonably hot weather for a few days. Everyone looked like they were wilting, including the little pots of herbs I keep on the windowsill. 

Herbs are one of my favorite things to add to nearly anything. They add a freshness and pop a flavor to so many recipes.

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Lemon thyme mint lemonade

With the sudden heat, I immediately wanted lemonade. I’m never able to resist my ever-present need to put herbs into whatever I can, so I started snipping. I am almost never without lemons – a definite plus.  

In my dream world,  there are little mason jars filled with delectable drinks lining the shelves of the refrigerator in my outdoor kitchen… each guest able to saunter over and choose which of the many options tickle their fancy.

I don’t have an outdoor kitchen (yet), but that isn’t stopping me from lining the fridge with jars of mint lemonade.

How to make lemonade with herbs

First, we’ll make a simple syrup with sugar, water and the lemon thyme.

The sugar syrup will cook for just a few minutes until the sugar is dissolved and while it cools, the lemon thyme will infuse it with amazing flavor.

Then we add everything to big pitcher and it’s ready to go.

More ways to use herbs

In cooking their use is obvious, but most people don’t utilize them in other ways where they can really bump up the flavor. Toss a handful of herbs in with salad greens. Chopped fresh herbs sprinkled over grilled or roasted vegetables is divine.

Use them in vinaigrettes,  drinks, even ice cream… adding them to both sweet and savory dishes can really make a difference in the flavor of the final dish.

This tasty lemonade is perfect for all the summer holidays and backyard cookouts. Make a big pitcher and let the family serve themselves. Better yet, make two!

More Summer Sips:

• Citrus Sunshine Cooler
• Rosé Sangria with Summer Fruit (21+)
• Strawberry Limeade
• Strawberry Lemonade Iced Tea

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Originally published 5/30/12, most recent update 5/18/20