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If you're in the mood for a sunny, cool drink, you really can't go wrong with a big jug of peach lemonade and mint. It's my favorite thing to whip up when my friends call last minute or my family chills out on the patio. Juicy peaches make it pop with color and the homemade lemonade gives just the right punch. Toss in some fresh mint and it’s like each sip has a little burst of garden magic.
We started blending up peaches and mint together after sweat-soaked afternoons outside. My kids get a kick out of slicing peaches and always manage to sneak a few mint leaves before they hit the glasses.
Tasty Ingredients
- Ripe peaches: Slice them up—they should smell sweet and give just a little when you press, but not feel squishy.
- Prepared lemonade: Quick version is from the store, but making your own is super fresh. Look for one made with real lemons so it tastes bright.
- Mint sprigs: Go with the tiny tops for the prettiest garnish on every glass.
- Lemon slices: Not needed, but they look cute and make things a bit more tart if you want.
- Fresh mint leaves: For that chill, herby flavor, pick deep green bunches with no droopy leaves.
- Ice cubes: Toss in as much as you want to keep it crazy cold.
Easy Steps
- Serve and Garnish:
- Drop some ice in tall glasses, pour the peachy lemonade in, pop in a mint leaf and a peach slice. Drink it right away to catch all the good flavors.
- Combine in Pitcher:
- Pour your pureed peach and mint blend into a big jug. Add in the rest of your lemonade. Mix it all up. Toss in those peach slices you saved and throw in a few lemon rounds to make it look fun.
- Blend the Fruit and Mint:
- Take most of your peach slices, put them in a blender. Add mint and a splash of lemonade. Blend till it’s totally smooth. Want it extra silky? Push it through a fine strainer to remove the bits.
- Prep the Peaches:
- Wash your peaches, take the pits out, and slice thin. Save a handful for later to dress up your drinks and pitcher.
- Prepare the Lemonade:
- Either follow your favorite instructions for homemade or just chill store-bought lemonade in the fridge till it’s ice-cold.
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I love that fresh mint keeps sweet peaches from getting too sugary. That smell brings me right back to when mint grew wild under our old backyard fence and we’d sip cool drinks after hard work in the sun.
Storage Tips
If you have some left, pour it in a jar or pitcher with a tight lid and put it in the fridge. It’ll stay good for two days max. Always add fresh mint on top right before pouring for the best smell and look. Skipping the freezer is best—frozen peach drinks get weird and mushy when thawed out.
Switch It Up
No peaches around? Try nectarines or even squishy mangos for that sweet, juicy vibe. If you’re out of mint or just want something different, basil makes the drink pop in a new way. Or splash in a bit of lime juice to ramp up the zing.
Fun Ways to Serve
This is awesome next to picnic foods like egg salad sandwiches or some crunchy garden salad. Pour it into mason jars or fancy glasses and load up on crushed ice for a fun, rustic look. Want bubbles? Top any glass with sparkling water for that tingly feeling.
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Cultural Backdrop
Fresh fruity lemonade with herb leaves pops up everywhere across the Mediterranean and Middle East because folks there know how to cool off in style. This one’s a nod to those tasty traditions with a laid-back twist and some garden-fresh fruit.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use store-bought lemonade for this drink?
Definitely! Use whatever lemonade you like best. Go store-bought or homemade—either will work just fine.
- → Should I peel the peaches before blending?
No need to take the skin off. It blends right in. If you want things extra smooth, just strain before serving.
- → Can this beverage be made in advance?
For sure. Just blend it up ahead of time and keep it cold in the fridge. Toss on the garnish and ice right before you pour.
- → How can I enhance the mint flavor?
If you want a mintier punch, smash the leaves a bit before blending and pop a few more sprigs into each glass.
- → Is it possible to make this drink less sweet?
Sure thing. Cut back on the sweet stuff by using unsweetened lemonade or dialing down the amount. Swap in honey or agave if you want.