I first had this refreshing drink at a friend’s house a couple of years ago. She served a delicious lime and mint cooler that was so tasty that I asked her for the recipe. I was surprised at how simple it was, but did not have the opportunity to try it until recently. I am not sure the drink I ended up making followed the exact steps my friend Smitha generously shared with me, but the refreshing taste was certainly there. I added a tinge of honey to counter the tartness of the lime, a suggestion of sweetness, fantastic because of its subtlety, and boom, I had my favorite summer drink!
Lime and mint cooler Recipe
Print recipe| Serves | 2 |
| Prep time | 15 minutes |
| Meal type | Beverage |
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 small limes (squeezed for their juice)
- honey (to taste)
- 2 1/2 cups water
- crushed ice to serve (optional)
Directions
| 1. | In a blender, process the fresh mint leaves and lime juice until almost a paste. (Or use a food processor first then transfer to a blender) |
| 2. | Add in the water, sugar or honey to taste and blend until well combined. |
| 3. | Serve chilled with some crush ice |
Note
Recipe adapted from: http://honestcooking.com/lime-mint-cooler/
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