HERBAL BRAINSTORM ROSEMARY-RASPBERRY LEMONADE

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This beautiful, refreshing drink is a fusion of herbs, flowers and good old-fashioned lemonade. It can be served iced or warm, and it really gives a nice lift to the brain. A great party drink, this treat can be sipped on a hot summer day.

Provided by Chef Sunshine

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 quart water
1/4 cup fresh rosemary leaves or 1/8 cup dry rosemary
3 medium lemons
1/4-1/2 cup honey or 1/4-1/2 cup maple syrup
1 cup fresh raspberries or 1 cup frozen raspberries
ice cube
fresh edible flower (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Make a rosemary infusion:.
  • Measure out 1-2 ounces (about 1/2-1 cup) of dried herbs per quart of boiling water. If using fresh herbs, double the amount of plant material. Combine the herbs in a pot.
  • Pour 1 quart of boiling water over the herbs.
  • Strain, and sweeten lightly with honey if desired.
  • Make the lemonade:.
  • After the rosemary infusion. Stir, cover and allow to steep for 15-20 minutes.
  • Strain out the rosemary leaves, and add the fresh lemon and honey or maple syrup. Stir well and transfer to a festive glass bowl.
  • Add the raspberries and ice cubes, and garnish with a few sprinkles of edible flowers such as basil blossoms, borage, calendula, lavender, rose petals or nasturtiums).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95.3, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 9.6, Carbohydrate 25.5, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 19.9, Protein 1

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