GRILLED LEMON & THYME LEMONADE

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We use our grill for most summer dinners, so we thought, "why not grill the lemonade?" The flavor is surprisingly smooth, with just the right amount of honey and herbs. We call it Thyme for Lemonade. -Susan Jordan, Denver, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 9 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

15 fresh thyme sprigs
2 cups water, divided
1 cup sugar, divided
9 medium lemons, halved
1/4 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
5 cups cold water

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, soak thyme sprigs in 1 cup water while preparing lemons. Place 1/4 cup sugar on a plate; dip cut sides of lemons in sugar., Cover and grill lemons, cut side down, over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly. Drain thyme; grill for 1-2 minutes or until lightly browned, turning once., In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, honey and remaining sugar; bring to a boil, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Remove from the heat. Add grilled thyme sprigs and extract; let stand for 1 hour to steep. Discard thyme., Meanwhile, squeeze lemons to obtain 1-1/2 cups juice; strain. In a large pitcher, combine 5 cups cold water, thyme syrup and lemon juice. Serve over ice.

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Siyano
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This lemonade is delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the grilled lemons. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot summer day.


Ahmad Aliyu
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I've made this lemonade several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the grilled lemons give it a unique flavor that I love.


Christine Brockman
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This lemonade is the perfect summer drink! It's refreshing, flavorful, and easy to make. I highly recommend it.


Said Amin
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I made this lemonade for my daughter's birthday party and it was a huge success! The kids loved the smoky flavor from the grilled lemons.


fahad akhtar
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This lemonade was a big hit at my last party. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the lemon-thyme simple syrup. I will definitely be making this again.


Robert Gerber
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This lemonade is very refreshing and flavorful. I especially liked the smoky flavor from the grilled lemons. I would definitely make this again.


Irshad Irshad Khan
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I'm not usually a fan of lemonade, but this recipe changed my mind! The lemon-thyme simple syrup is amazing, and the grilled lemons add a really nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md zehag Zehad
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This lemonade is easy to make and so delicious! I love the smoky flavor from the grilled lemons. I also added a few fresh mint leaves, which gave it a nice refreshing taste.


Mirza Jamal
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I've made this lemonade a few times now, and it's always a hit with my friends and family. It's the perfect drink for a summer party or barbecue.


Karen Mammone
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This lemonade is so refreshing and flavorful! The lemon-thyme simple syrup adds a unique and delicious twist, and the grilled lemons give it a smoky flavor that I love. I'll definitely be making this again soon!