Single-Serving Vanilla Lemonade
Sweet and tart with a hint-of-vanilla, this cool, refreshing Single-Serving Vanilla Lemonade is ready in minutes. If you like bubbles, mix in sparkling water instead of regular cold water.
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup hot water
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice (from 1 medium lemon)
- 1/2 cup cold water plus a tablespoon or two more if needed
- ice
- lemon slices for garnish
- basil, lemon verbena, or edible flowers for garnish
Instructions
- Combine sugar and hot water in a large, heat-proof drinking glass.
- Mix in vanilla extract, lemon juice, and 1/2 cup cold water. Stir well to combine.
- Taste the lemonade. If needed, add a bit more cold water, keeping in mind that the ice will dilute the mixture.
- Add ice to fill the cup and mix well.
- Garnish with sliced lemons, fresh basil, lemon verbena, or edible flowers, if desired.