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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
Rating 5.0 (6 Reviews)
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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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