OLD FASHIONED LEMON (CITRUS) BARLEY WATER

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I love this drink so couldn't believe it when I saw it wasn't on Zaar. This is from the back of a packet of Pearl Barley. You can also experiment with a mixture of other citrus juices such as lime or grapefruit.

Provided by Mandy

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 7/8 litres approx

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup pearl barley
water
10 cups water, extra
1 lemon, rind of, grated
1 cup lemon juice (or other juice of choice)
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Rinse the barley well.
  • Cover barley in a pot with cold water & bring to the boil, drain.
  • Return barley to saucepan with the lemon rind & 10 cups water, cook slowly for 1 hour.
  • Add the lemon juice & sugar and stir until sugar has dissolved.
  • Strain and chill to serve.
  • Discarded barley can be mixed with some dried fruit & nuts and warm milk and makes a great breakfast.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.4, Fat 1, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 47, Carbohydrate 163.6, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 114.8, Protein 6

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