Description
A refreshing and healthy charcoal black lemonade recipe that combines the tanginess of lemon with the unique properties of activated charcoal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cold water
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon activated charcoal powder
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a pitcher, combine the cold water, fresh lemon juice, and honey or agave syrup. Stir well until the sweetener is fully dissolved.
- Add the activated charcoal powder to the mixture and stir until fully incorporated. The lemonade will turn a deep black color.
- Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or agave syrup.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the charcoal lemonade over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a refreshing twist, try adding a splash of sparkling water for fizz.
- You can also substitute lime juice for lemon juice for a different citrus flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Charcoal Black Lemonade, Activated Charcoal, Healthy Drink, Refreshing Beverage