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Iced Sweet Thai Lemongrass Drink

Iced Sweet Thai Lemongrass Drink: Your Perfect Summer Refreshment

Iced Sweet Thai Lemongrass Drink is a refreshingly unique summer beverage that balances sweetness with a citrusy zing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Collection
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Drink
  • 5 stalks Lemongrass Use large stalks for optimal taste.
  • 2.5 cups Water Main liquid component for infusion.
  • 0.25-0.5 cups Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • a pinch Salt To balance flavors.
  • 1 Fresh Lime For garnish.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • Pitcher

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Iced Sweet Thai Lemongrass Drink
  1. Prepare Lemongrass: Trim the ends of 5 large stalks of fresh lemongrass and slice thinly to maximize flavor extraction.
  2. Simmer: In a medium saucepan, combine sliced lemongrass and 2 ½ cups of water. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for about 7-8 minutes.
  3. Add Sugar: Remove from heat, stir in sugar until fully dissolved.
  4. Cool and Strain: Let cool for 15 minutes, then strain through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher.
  5. Serve: Fill glasses with ice and pour the chilled infusion over the ice; garnish with lime.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 25gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage.

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