We present recipes for drinks that retain all the essential components of both companion products. In lemons, you’ll find vitamin C, B vitamins, organic acids (citric, malic), antioxidants (rutin, polyphenols, flavonoids), minerals (potassium, , , copper, iron), fiber, pectin, and phytoncides that strengthen the immune system and improve the condition of the cardiovascular and digestive systems.
Quick Honey Lemonade
The first recipe requires minimal ingredients and is easy to prepare.
Ingredients: boiled water – 1 cup; lemon juice – 1 tablespoon; honey – 2 tablespoons.
Mix the freshly squeezed lemon juice with honey and dilute it with boiled water to taste. If you prefer a less sweet drink, add less honey (and vice versa).
Tip
For 1 liter of water in lemonade, you typically need 1-2 . To get more juice and aroma, it’s best to use larger fruits. For a richer flavor, you can add fresh mint to the lemonade and let the drink steep and chill in the refrigerator.
Sparkling Honey Lemonade
This drink is perfect for lifting your spirits (so feel free to make a larger batch). It’s recommended to start with 3 liters of water and then add more as needed, following the ratio of two parts water to one part honey.
Ingredients: water – 3-4 liters; honey – 1 kg; lemons – 500-700 g or 3-5 pieces (depending on size); brewer’s yeast – 30 g.
Pour with boiled water and add the yeast. Cut the lemons into wedges or slices, leaving the peel on, and add them to the container where the drink is being prepared. On the second day, when fermentation begins, pour the lemonade into bottles (preferably champagne bottles) and cork them, securing the corks with wire.
Tip
You can reduce the amount of ingredients while maintaining the proportions: for 1 liter of water, use 1-2 lemons and 85-100 g of honey (adjust the acidity and sweetness to taste).
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