Sparkling Sumac Lemonade Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large pitcher, combine the sumac berries and water. Let it sit for about 30 minutes to infuse the water with the flavor of the berries.
• STEP 2.Strain the sumac-infused water into another pitcher, discarding the berries.
• STEP 3.Add the lemon juice and sweetener of your choice to the pitcher and stir well to combine.
• STEP 4.Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 1 hour to chill.
• STEP 5.When ready to serve, pour the chilled lemonade into glasses filled with ice cubes.
• STEP 6.Top each glass with sparkling water and garnish with lemon slices or mint leaves, if desired.
• STEP 7.Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing and tangy Sparkling Sumac Lemonade!

Cooking Tips

• You can adjust the sweetness of the lemonade by adding more or less sweetener according to your taste.
• If you can't find sumac berries, you can use sumac powder instead. Use 1-2 tablespoons of sumac powder for every 1 cup of water.
• For a fancy touch, rim the glasses with sugar or salt before pouring in the lemonade.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover lemonade can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• Before serving leftover lemonade, give it a good stir as the ingredients may settle.
• You can also add fresh fruits like berries or slices of citrus fruits to the lemonade for extra flavor and visual appeal.