What's more refreshing than a cold lemonade on a hot summer day? Personalize yours by adding a few drops of any citrus essential oil of your choice. To be enjoyed in moderation!
Materials List
- A measuring cup
- A pitcher
Ingredients
- 18-21 drops of citrus essential oils of your choice.
- Suggestions: Lemon, Lime (Sour Lime), Sweet Orange, Bitter Orange, Mandarin, Tangerine, Grapefruit (Pink or White), Supreme Citrus Synergy
- 1 cup of Vodka
- ½ cup Lemon juice
- Juice of two Limes
- 4 cups of carbonated Water
- Ice cubes (to taste)
- Citrus wedges to decorate (optional)
Preparation
- Pre-mix the essential oils with the alcohol and then pour into the pitcher.
- Add remaining ingredients to the pitcher and mix.
- Refrigerate at least 2 hours and serve.
- Add ice cubes before serving and enjoy!
Precautions & recommendations
- This recipe can be kept in the refrigerator one day.
It is important to know that some essential oils are not suitable for culinary use and should be avoided completely as they are neurotoxic if ingested orally. To see the list of essential oils safe for culinary use, consult the FEMA (Flavor and Extract Manufacturers Association) list.
