ORANGE-MINT DRINK

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This is a wonderful Southern nonalcoholic drink. The recipe comes from Angeles Parlange's mother, who likes to serve it as an alternative to a mint julep.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 1/2 cups water
2 cups sugar
2 cups mint leaves
Juice of 7 lemons (about 1 1/2 cups), plus 1 lemon reserved for zest
Juice of 3 oranges (about 3/4 cup), plus 1 orange reserved for zest
Crushed ice
Seltzer water (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Stir until sugar dissolves. Turn off heat.
  • Crush mint leaves in a large bowl with mallet or spoon. Add to saucepan. Add lemon juice, orange juice, lemon zest, and orange zest to saucepan. Stir to combine.
  • Pass mixture through fine strainer, discard solids. Fill glasses with crushed ice and 3/4 full with strained mixture. Top with seltzer to cut sweetness (optional).

Kasun Rangashan
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This drink was a bit too tart for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I would use more sugar next time.


Terrence Burris
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I was looking for a healthy and refreshing drink to make for my family and this one was perfect! The orange and mint flavors were a hit with everyone and the drink was very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Domonic Santos
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This drink was easy to make and very refreshing. I loved the bright orange color and the mint added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Mistri Danigami
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I love this drink! It's so refreshing and delicious. The orange and mint flavors are a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again.


nicer mobil
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This drink was a bit too tart for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I would use more sugar next time.


sam sammy
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I was looking for a healthy and refreshing drink to make for my family and this one was perfect! The orange and mint flavors were a hit with everyone and the drink was very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Jamil King
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This drink was easy to make and very refreshing. I loved the bright orange color and the mint added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Graduate 2022
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I love this drink! It's so refreshing and delicious. The orange and mint flavors are a perfect combination. I will definitely be making this again.


Lucky Libra Bingo
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This drink was a bit too tart for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I would use more sugar next time.


Game Soldier
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I was looking for a healthy and refreshing drink to make for my family and this one was perfect! The orange and mint flavors were a hit with everyone and the drink was very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Raj Koirala
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This drink was easy to make and very refreshing. I loved the bright orange color and the mint added a nice touch of flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Amanalisabir Mani
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I love orange and mint together, so I knew I would like this drink. It was just as good as I expected! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the drink was very refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


4x Robi vai
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This drink was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I would use less sugar next time.


Mian Furqan
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I was looking for a new summer drink to try and this one definitely hit the spot! The orange and mint flavors were a perfect combination and the drink was very refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Igie Blessing
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This drink was easy to make and so refreshing! I loved the zesty orange flavor and the mint added a nice touch of coolness. I will definitely be making this again.


Moiz Qureshi
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I made this drink for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


shahzad Qaisar
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This orange mint drink was a refreshing and delicious treat! The combination of orange and mint was perfect, and the drink was just the right amount of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.