Description
Kiwi lemonade bliss delivers a zesty tropical escape with its perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. Cool summer sips will transport you to a paradise of refreshing delight, making each glass a quick journey to relaxation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Fruits:
- 4 kiwis, ripe, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–5 lemons)
Liquids and Sweeteners:
- 2 cups cold water
- 1/2 cup honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
Serving and Garnish:
- 2 cups ice cubes
- Lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the kiwi base by cutting ripe kiwis into chunks and placing them in a blender.
- Add water and chosen sweetener to the blender, creating a vibrant green liquid by processing until completely smooth.
- Pass the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to eliminate seeds and achieve a silky consistency, gently pressing with a spoon to extract maximum liquid.
- Squeeze fresh lemons directly into the kiwi mixture, whisking thoroughly to incorporate the bright citrus notes.
- Chill the beverage in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to enhance flavor intensity and ensure optimal temperature.
- Select serving glasses and fill them with clean, crystal-clear ice cubes to create a frosty foundation.
- Carefully pour the kiwi-lemon fusion over the ice, allowing it to cascade and create an appealing visual texture.
- Elevate presentation by garnishing with delicate mint leaves and thin lemon wheel slices, which add aromatic complexity and visual appeal.
- Serve immediately, presenting a refreshing drink that balances sweet, tart, and herbal undertones for maximum enjoyment.
Notes
- Peel kiwis carefully to maximize fruit yield and minimize waste, using a spoon to scoop out the flesh smoothly.
- Adjust sweetness by gradually adding honey or sugar, tasting as you blend to achieve perfect balance without overpowering kiwi’s natural flavor.
- Consider using alternative sweeteners like agave nectar or stevia for low-calorie or diabetic-friendly version of this refreshing drink.
- Experiment with additional herbs like basil or rosemary to create unique flavor profiles that complement the tangy kiwi and lemon combination.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Juices
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 1 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg