Description
Indulge in a unique twist on classic lemonade with this Pickle Lemonade recipe. Tangy, sweet, and refreshing, this drink is perfect for those who enjoy a hint of pickle flavor in their beverages. Serve it at your next gathering for a fun and unexpected treat!
Ingredients
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Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup boiling water
Lemonade:
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice
- 4 cups water
- 2 1/2 ounces bread and butter pickle juice
- 2 1/2 ounces dill pickle juice
- Ice
- Green gel food coloring (optional)
- Pickles (optional, for garnish)
- Tajin Mexican Chili Lime Seasoning (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Make Simple Syrup: Mix sugar with 1 cup of boiling water until dissolved.
- Mix the Lemonade: In a pitcher, combine lemon juice, simple syrup, and remaining water.
- Prepare Pickle Flavor: Mix bread and butter pickle brine with dill pickle brine in a jar.
- Fill Glasses: Add ice to glasses.
- Assemble Drink: Add pickle juice to each glass, fill with lemonade, and mix well.
- Add Color: Swirl green food coloring into each glass.
- Garnish: Top with diced pickles and Tajin, if desired.
Notes
- Mix pickle juice into each glass to adjust the flavor individually.
- Pre-made lemonade or store-bought mix can be used.
- Store lemonade covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Turn the lemonade into popsicles for a frozen treat.
- For a cocktail version, add 2 ounces of vodka, rum, or tequila to each glass.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 219 kcal
- Sugar: 53g
- Sodium: 281mg
- Fat: 0.3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.03g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.02g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 0.3g
