Lemon balm has calming and soothing properties that can reduce stress and anxiety. This refreshing summer drink may help you chill out and unwind. Nothing beats an iced cold lemonade after a busy day working in the garden but this homemade version with fresh ingredients is a winner!
Lemon Balm Lemonade
Yield:
4-6 glasses
Prep Time:
35 minutes
Total Time:
35 minutes
Refreshing and soothing this botanical lemonade is the perfect summer drink to enjoy in the garden.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Lemon Balm Leaves
- 1 fresh lime
- 1 fresh lemon
- 3 TBSP Raw local Honey
- 2 cups sparkling water
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Roughly chop up the lemon balm leaves.
- Bring 1 cup of water to a simmer in a pot. Remove from heat and add lemon balm. Place a lid on and let it infuse for at least 30 minutes.
- Using a blunt object such as the end of a rolling pin, crush the leaves and flowers into the water to extract more.
- Using a sieve, strain the liquid into a jug, and squeeze out any extra liquid from the leaves..
- Add in honey and stir until the honey has dissolved. Use less or more honey depending on how sweet you like it.
- Squeeze the juice of the lime and lemon and add to the jug. Stir to combine.
- Add in sparking water and serve in glasses over ice.
- To serve add extra lemon balm leaves and dehydrated lemon or lime.
Notes
Add in other herbs to create your own unique blends. Try Calendula, Mint, Lemon verbena, and Lavender.
Use lemon or lime or both.
