Fresh Lemon-Limeade

From the Meera S.T. Vargo collection

Introduction

Tangy, sweet-tart refreshment. Delicious with or without the lemon verbena. If you do use it, it will add another layer of citrus flavor. The citrus zest and a pinch of salt add depth — don’t omit them.

Ingredients

Steps

1. Combine lime juice, lemon juice, lemon zest, lime zest, salt, lemon verbena (if using), and sugar in a medium bowl or a 4-cup measuring cup. Stir mixture until sugar is dissolved, 2 to 3 minutes. Strain out the zest and the lemon verbena, if using.
2. Refrigerate (up to 3 days) until ready to serve. To serve, combine juice mixture with 7 cups water. If desired, add as much as 1 additional cup water. Serve over ice.

This content is from the Meera S.T. Vargo collection.