Kentucky Lemonade
Kentucky Lemonade
Kitchen Science
6
10 minutes
129
Looking for a unique way to celebrate Father's Day this year? Why not whip up a batch of Kentucky lemonade? This delicious drink combines the refreshing taste of lemonade with the smoothness of bourbon and the zing of ginger ale.
Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your dad’s taste. So gather up your ingredients and get ready to treat your dad to a truly special Father's Day drink. Cheers!
Ingredients
- ½ sugar
- ½ cup of water
- 1 cup lemon juice
- ½ cup mint leaves, fresh
- ½ cup bourbon, optional
- 4 cups ginger ale
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices and fresh mint leaves (optional)
Directions
Bring sugar and water to a boil in a small pot. Reduce heat to low and cook for 1-2 minutes until sugar is dissolved.
Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice and mint leaves. Stir in the bourbon if desired.
Refrigerate for 1 hour or until completely cooled.
Strain mixture into a 2-quart pitcher before serving; whisk in ginger ale. Serve with ice. Top with lemon slices and more mint, if preferred.