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Sugar-free Rosemary Lemonade

July 11, 2013 · by Ari · 17 Comments

Rosemary Lemonade #sugarfree

Is there anything more refreshing in the summer than an ice cold lemonade? Okay, maybe those frozen ones at Disneyland (ahhh Disneyland–WANT TO BE THERE NOW!), but even those can be so syrupy sweet that I end up thirstier than when I started.

Rosemary Lemonade #sugarfree

I’m not usually into the artificial sweeteners. I used to use a lot of Splenda, then as I began to care about actually health, and not just caloric values, I began to steer myself away from fake sweeteners. Minus my coffee and sometimes a diet coke. Let’s just say it’s a work in progress. 😉

Rosemary Lemonade #sugarfree

Anyway, they say that stevia won’t kill you, so I decided to give it a shot. I know, I’m totally late to the party. If you’ve decided that “they” are liars and have it all wrong, you could totally sub in some agave nectar for a nice natural sweetness.

Rosemary Lemonade #sugarfree

When I first started thinking about creating a rosemary lemonade, I thought it was this new, unique idea that most people would find crazy, until they tried it and discovered my visionary genius qualities. Then they started popping up all over the internet. Womp womp. Still, it’s delicious, fresh, summery, and totally not as weird as it sounds. I make mine on the tart end because I want that more natural taste, but feel free to add a little extra sweetness if you prefer. Either way, you will love this lemonade!

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Sugar-free Rosemary Lemonade

Yield: 7 cups

Serving Size: 1 cup

Sugar-free Rosemary Lemonade

Ingredients

  • 6 cups filtered water
  • 3-4 sprigs rosemary
  • Juice from 6 large lemons (or about 1 cup fresh lemon juice)
  • 20 drops stevia (or 2/3 cup agave nectar)

Instructions

  1. Bring one cup water to a boil Add rosemary, remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Add 5 cups cold water, lemon juice and stevia. You may discard rosemary sprigs or allow to stay in for some extra rosemary flavor.
  2. Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week. Serve over ice with extra rosemary and lemon slices if desired.
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http://www.arismenu.com/sugar-free-rosemary-lemonade/

Filed Under: Drinks, Gluten-free, Holiday & Seasonal, Low Carb, Paleo, Vegan · Tagged: drink, gluten free, lemonade, recipe, rosemary, sugar free, summer, vegan

Comments

  1. Angela @ Happy Fit Mama says

    July 12, 2013 at 2:20 am

    I never would have thought to put rosemary with lemonade. I always think savory dishes. Looks refreshing!

    Reply
    • Ari says

      July 15, 2013 at 5:30 pm

      I love the combo or rosemary and lemon together so I decided to give it a try, and fell totally in love! Thanks Angela!

      Reply
  2. Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says

    July 12, 2013 at 5:16 am

    That sounds delicious to me! And perfect for hot July.

    Reply
    • Ari says

      July 15, 2013 at 5:31 pm

      Yessss–I wish I had some right now! Thanks friend!

      Reply
  3. Jamie @ couchtoironwoman says

    July 12, 2013 at 9:17 am

    Sounds yummy! I love lemonade anyway.

    Reply
    • Ari says

      July 15, 2013 at 5:31 pm

      Right??? Best summer drink ever!

      Reply
  4. Heather @ Better With Veggies says

    July 12, 2013 at 1:25 pm

    This looks simple & delicious – and perfect for summer!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Ari says

      July 15, 2013 at 5:31 pm

      Thanks Heather!!

      Reply
  5. Kierston @candyfit says

    July 12, 2013 at 1:48 pm

    Simple. Delish. Refreshing. Love the addition of rosemary!

    Reply
    • Ari says

      July 15, 2013 at 5:32 pm

      Thanks Kierston–it definitely gives it that extra boost in flavor! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Heidi @ Food Doodles says

    July 12, 2013 at 1:49 pm

    Yum! There is nothing more refreshing 🙂 Looks so cold and yummy!

    Reply
    • Ari says

      July 15, 2013 at 5:32 pm

      Thanks friend! 🙂

      Reply
  7. Katy @ KatysKitchen says

    July 12, 2013 at 7:06 pm

    Lovely! I have never thought of adding herbs to lemonade. I used to use Stevia but have cut it out because I realized I didn’t actually like the taste. However, I think honey or agave would be perfect in this. So fresh!

    Reply
    • Ari says

      July 15, 2013 at 5:33 pm

      Totally understandable–I loved it, but I love it a tiiiny bit more with agave nectar. 😉

      Reply
  8. Kristi @ lifesprinkles says

    July 13, 2013 at 6:28 am

    Sounds delicious! Miss you friend!

    Reply
    • Ari says

      July 15, 2013 at 5:33 pm

      Miss you too!!!

      Reply

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