Persian Lemonade

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 8

Refreshing and citrusy Persian Lemonade recipe perfect for a hot summer day

by The Chefin Drink

Prep

10 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

135 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

41g

Fat

Persian Lemonade, also known as Lemo Shirin, is a popular drink in Iran and is often served at family gatherings, especially during Ramadan. It is a refreshing drink that is perfect for hot summer days as it quenches thirst and is easy to make. The lemons used in Persian Lemonade give it a slightly sour taste while the orange blossom water adds a subtle floral note to the drink. It is a perfect drink to cool off with and make memories over.

Instructions

1.	Juice the lemons and strain the juice.
2.	In a pot, mix water and sugar and heat until sugar dissolves.
3.	Add lemon juice and orange blossom water to the pot.
4.	Stir well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
5.	Before serving, add crushed ice to a glass and pour the lemonade over the ice.

PROS

Persian Lemonade is a perfect and refreshing summertime drink that is easy to make and requires only a few ingredients.

The lemonade has a fresh and citrusy flavor that is perfect for hot weather.

CONS

The caster sugar used in the recipe can make the drink high in sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation.

Orange blossom water might be hard to find in regular stores, so it needs to be purchased online or at a specialty store.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lemons are a great source of vitamin C, which supports the immune system and helps with tissue repair. Drinking lemonade can help to rehydrate the body and gently detoxify the liver. However, the amount of sugar in the drink can negate some of these benefits.

	12 lemons
	6 cups water
	1 1/4 cups caster sugar
	1 tablespoon orange blossom water
	crushed ice , to serve