Pink Lemonade
by Tarla Dalal
pink lemonade recipe | homemade pink lemonade Indian style | classic summer lemonade drink | with 14 amazing images.
old fashioned pink lemonade is perfect for a hot summer day. Learn how to make homemade pink lemonade.
To make pink lemonade, combine the mint leaves and 1 tbsp of water in a mortar pestle and crush it lightly. Combine the mint mixture, lemon juice, powdered sugar, rose syrup and salt in a deep bowl and mix well. Add the soda and mix well. Serve immediately.
This old fashioned pink lemonade features a perfect blend of soothing rose syrup and peppy lemon juice, with mint leaves for added zing.
The muddling of mint leaves not only brings out the true flavour of mint, but the crushed mint leaves give a pleasant mouthfeel too! This fresh herby touch is a treat for your senses. These brilliant flavours are topped with chilled soda to make a thoroughly refreshing classic summer lemonade drink.
The best part about this drink is that it doesn’t even call for making any syrup or mixture and refrigerating. Serve this homemade pink lemonade to guests – be it kids or adults, you are sure to be much-admired.
Tips for pink lemonade. 1. Make sure the soda is absolutely chill because adding ice separately will dilute the drink. 2. Also do not forget the salt, although just a pinch of it is used, because it helps to sharpen the myriad flavours of this drink. 3. If you don’t have powdered sugar, grind the table sugar in a mixer and sieve it before use.
Check out for more refreshing recipes using the bubbly soda that is served chilled or over ice-cubes - Apple and Orange Drink, Guava Spritzer, Ginger Beer , Caribbean Dawn, Strawberry Cocktail etc.
pink lemonade recipe | homemade pink lemonade Indian style | classic summer lemonade drink | with step by step photos below.
Pink Lemonade recipe - How to make Pink Lemonade
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 3 servings
For Pink Lemonade
2 tbsp rose syrup
2 1/2 cups chilled soda
1 tbsp mint leaves (pudina)
2 tbsp lemon juice
6 tbsp powdered sugar
1/4 tsp salt
- Method
- Combine the mint leaves and 1 tbsp of water in mortar pestle and crush it lightly.
- Combine the mint mixture, lemon juice, powdered sugar, rose syrup and salt in a deep bowl and mix well.
- Add the soda and mix well.
- Serve immediately.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q. What can i replace rose syrup with? You can use cranberry juice instead of rose syrup to make Pink lemonade.
What is pink lemonade made of?
- Pink lemonade is made of 2 tbsp rose syrup, 2 1/2 cups chilled soda, 1 tbsp mint leaves (pudina), 2 tbsp lemon juice, 6 tbsp powdered sugar and 1/4 tsp salt.
Tips for pink lemonade
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Make sure the soda is absolutely chill because adding ice separately will dilute the drink.
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Also do not forget the salt, although just a pinch of it is used, because it helps to sharpen the myriad flavours of this drink.
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If you don’t have powdered sugar, grind the table sugar in a mixer and sieve it before use.
What is rose syrup?
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The dark pink, floral fragrance of rose is replicated in flavour and taste when blended with large amounts of sugar to create rose syrup.
- This syrup is versatile and is used to flavour a plethora of recipes from many middle eastern countries and India.
- The sugary sweetness of rose syrup is balanced by ingredients that have bitter notes like spices and lime zest.
How to choose mint leaves
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Look for mint leaves that have firm and unwilted leaves.
- The colour of the leaves should be vividly deep green in color with no signs of yellowing or browning.
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Check the fragrance if possible. You should get a refreshing flavour.
For the mint mixture
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For the mint paste of pink lemonade recipe | homemade pink lemonade Indian style | classic summer lemonade drink | old fashioned pink lemonade, add 1 tbsp mint leaves (pudina) in a mortar pestle (khalbhatta).
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Add 1 tbsp of water to it.
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Crush it lightly. The mint mixture is ready.
For the pink lemonade
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For the pink lemonade recipe | homemade pink lemonade Indian style | classic summer lemonade drink | old fashioned pink lemonade, add the mint mixture in a deep bowl.
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Add 2 tbsp lemon juice for tangy flavour.
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Balance it with addition of 6 tbsp powdered sugar.
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Then add 2 tbsp rose syrup.
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Add 1/4 tsp salt.
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Mix well with a spoon.
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Add 2 1/2 cups chilled soda.
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Mix well again.
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Serve pink lemonade recipe | homemade pink lemonade Indian style | classic summer lemonade drink | old fashioned pink lemonade immediately.
| Energy | 217 cal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 54.3 g |
| Fiber | 0.3 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin C | 7.8 mg |
| Folic Acid | 1.6 mcg |
| Calcium | 14.2 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 3.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 2 mg |
| Sodium | 267.1 mg |
| Potassium | 54.1 mg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |
So nice article about tips for a pink lemonade recipe
This is so good me my step mom and her best friend had some and it tasted amazing highly recommend it
Tried this today. It was very good n refreshing. Got a lot of compliments .. Thank u fr this recipe :)
Can we use blackcurrant crush instead of rose syrup
Pink Lemonade.. the colour itself is so good.. This was really very refreshing.. to drink.. i made this for my sudden guest.. as this was quick and instant drink to prepare.. This is a must try recipe..