My mom had a pitcher of this going when I was home in Maine last week. Naturally I came home with a cold and whipped up a batch of Cayenne Lemonade to clear the airways and stay hydrated. It’s also great mocktail, especially with a 1:1 ratio of lemonade and seltzer for a fizz. I realize that the recipe is completely subjective; my mom made hers sweeter and mine came out a bit more tart. Toss in some lemon slices and cucumber and you have the simplest drink to feel like every day is a spa day.
Ingredients (makes 8 c).
- 8 c water (at room temp)
- 1 c fresh lemon juice
- 3-4 T agave
- 1 t cayenne
Directions.
- In a large pitcher, combine all ingredients. Mix well.
- It may help to add agave to a small jar with warm water. Cap the jar and shake well to mix.
- This is all by taste, so add more/less agave and/or cayenne accordingly!
- Stir well before pouring. Serve over ice and with lemon and/or cucumber slices.
- Sip and enjoy!
This is my mom’s recipe :)
Single Serving.
- 1 c water
- 2 T lemon juice
- 1 t agave
- Dash of cayenne (1/8 t)
