MINTY ORANGE LEMONADE

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I keep this refreshing beverage on hand in the refrigerator during the warm summer months. Friends and neighbors enjoy cool glassfuls when they stop by to visit. - Kristin Arnett, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2-1/2 cups water
1-1/2 cups sugar
1-1/3 cups lemon juice
3/4 cup mint leaves
2/3 cup orange juice
4 teaspoons grated orange zest
7 cups cold water
Orange slices and mint sprigs

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine water and sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat; add the lemon juice, mint, orange juice and zest. Let stand for 1 hour., Strain and discard mint and zest. Add cold water; serve over ice. Garnish with mint and orange slices.

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