Ayran (mint Lemonade With Rosewater)
Ayran is a refreshing and traditional Levantine drink that combines the flavors of mint, lemon, and rosewater. It's a perfect beverage to enjoy on a hot summer day or to accompany a delicious meal.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cold water
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon rosewater
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the cold water, fresh lemon juice, sugar, and fresh mint leaves. Blend until the mint leaves are finely chopped.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove the mint pulp.
- Stir in the rosewater.
- Refrigerate the mint lemonade until ready to serve.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the mint lemonade over the ice.
- Enjoy your refreshing Ayran!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 5 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 0 minutes
- Total time:
- 5 minutes
- Cooking method
- No-Cook
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 50 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 0g
- Protein
- 2g
Supplies
Pitcher Blender Fine-mesh sieve Glasses
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring cups Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Ayran with a sprig of fresh mint or a slice of lemon for an extra touch of elegance.
Tips & tricks
For a stronger mint flavor, you can muddle the mint leaves with the sugar before blending with the other ingredients.
Cost
Low