Lemon Water Refreshing Drink (Print Version)
A zesty blend of fresh lemon juice and water for a refreshing and hydrating boost.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Main
01 - 2 cups cold water
02 - Juice of 1 medium lemon
→ Optional Additions
03 - 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
04 - Ice cubes, as desired
05 - Fresh mint leaves for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Wash the lemon thoroughly and cut it in half.
02 - Squeeze the lemon halves into a pitcher or large glass, removing any seeds.
03 - Add cold water to the lemon juice and stir well to combine.
04 - Taste the mixture and add honey or maple syrup if a sweeter flavor is preferred.
05 - Pour the lemon water over ice cubes in glasses.
06 - Add fresh mint leaves if desired and serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It takes five minutes and requires nothing fancy, yet tastes like you've done something intentional for yourself.
- Your body actually feels the difference—that clarity and energy without any crash.
- The tartness wakes up your mouth in a way that feels honest and alive.
02 -
- A lemon that feels light for its size has less juice; choose ones that feel dense and heavy in your palm.
- The temperature of the water matters almost as much as the lemon—warm water with lemon is soothing but different, and sometimes that's exactly what you want.
- If you're drinking this daily, your teeth will thank you for using a reusable straw to minimize contact with the acid.
03 -
- Rolling a lemon firmly on the counter before cutting increases juice yield by a surprising amount.
- The cloudiness you see in fresh lemon water isn't impurity—it's tiny bits of lemon oil and pulp creating that brilliant white color, and that's where the flavor really lives.