Jalapeno Cucumber Lemonade

Jalapeno Cucumber Lemonade

Jalapeno Cucumber Lemonade

A hint of heat, adds an unexpected twist to this refreshing Jalapeno Cucumber Lemonade a summertime favorite. The key to striking the right balance with the recipe is to start with small amounts of jalapeno and gradually add more until you find just the right level of spice to suit your tastes. It’s a lot easier to add more than it is to adjust everything else to compensate for too much heat.

Jalapeno Cucumber Lemonade

Jalapeno Cucumber Lemonade. A hint of heat adds an unexpected twist to this refreshing Jalapeno Cucumber Lemonade a summertime favorite. The key to striking the right balance with the recipe is to start with small amounts of jalapeno and gradually add more until you find just the right level of spice to suit your tastes. It is a lot easier to add more than it is to adjust everything else to compensate for too much heat. This recipe is excellent on its own or mixed with vodka or tequila for an adults-only treat.

• Author: Kim
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Yield: 6 1x

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Ingredients

• 3 c. water
• ¾ c. fresh lemon juice (6–8 medium lemons)
• 1 large cucumber, peeled and cut into chunks
• 2 t. jalapeno pepper, seeds removed, finely minced
• 1/3 c. honey, preferably local

Instructions

1. Add water, lemon juice, cucumber, jalapeno, and honey in a blender and blend until completely liquefied. Taste and add more jalapeno and or more honey, if desired. Blend again if necessary.
2. Pour liquid through a fine mesh strainer to remove any larger particles and transfer mixture to a large pitcher. Place in refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
3. To serve, pour over ice and garnish with slices of lemon, cucumber, and or jalapeno. For a fancier presentation, thread chunks of cucumber and jalapeno onto sprigs of fresh rosemary to garnish each glass.

Equipment

Large Pitcher

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Mesh Strainer

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Notes

Optional Garnishes: Rosemary sprigs with lower leaves removed Cucumber chunks or slices Jalapeno chunks or slices Lemon wedges

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