Carolina Veranda Lemonade Alcoholic Recipe

Beat the summer heat with this refreshing Carolina Veranda Lemonade! A crowd-pleasing cocktail that's easy to make, perfect for backyard barbecues, and equally enjoyable with or without alcohol. Inspired by the simplicity of a mojito, this recipe is scaled for individual servings (easily doubled or tripled for a pitcher). Impress your guests with this vibrant, minty-lemonade drink – the perfect veranda companion!

Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 2 mins
Calories 179 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Carolina Veranda Lemonade Alcoholic

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How to Make Carolina Veranda Lemonade Alcoholic

  1. Fill a glass halfway with ice.
  2. Add 2 ounces of white rum (or omit for a non-alcoholic version).
  3. Pour in 4 ounces of lemonade.
  4. Add 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice.
  5. Gently stir to combine.
  6. Carefully sink a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint into the drink.
  7. Stir again to release the mint's aroma.
  8. Add more ice to fill the glass to the rim, if needed.
  9. Garnish with an extra lemon slice or mint sprig (optional).
  10. Enjoy your refreshing Carolina Veranda Lemonade!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

92g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g

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Sweets & Sides Drinks & Cocktails The Americas American Southern Caribbean Gluten Free Summer Recipes 30 Minutes Or Less

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For 1 Or 2 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages Fruit American Southern United States Easy Dinner Party Holiday Event Picnic Cocktails Independence Day Citrus Lemon To Go Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Carolina Veranda Lemonade Alcoholic?

Carolina Veranda Lemonade Alcoholic takes about 4 minutes from start to finish — roughly 2 minutes to prepare and 2 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Carolina Veranda Lemonade Alcoholic?

Carolina Veranda Lemonade Alcoholic has approximately 179 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Carolina Veranda Lemonade Alcoholic?

The key ingredients for Carolina Veranda Lemonade Alcoholic are Bacardi Limon, Lemonade, Fresh Lemon Juice, Lemon, Mint Sprig. See the full list with measurements above.

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