What are some traditional ingredients used in Greek beverages?
Greeks have a long history of enjoying refreshing beverages on hot summer days. One of the most popular places to enjoy such drinks is Santorini, where the view of the Aegean Sea adds to the beauty of the experience. Here we present an authentic Greek recipe for refreshing beverages, perfect for sipping on a hot summer day.
Santorini Lemonade
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
- 3 cups sparkling water
- Ice cubes
Directions:
- In a saucepan, combine the lemon juice, sugar, water, honey, and rosemary. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
- Remove the rosemary sprig and strain the mixture into a pitcher.
- Add sparkling water and mix well.
- Serve over ice.
Santorini Iced Tea
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup triple sec
- 1 orange, sliced
- Ice cubes
Directions:
- Bring water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Remove from heat and steep the tea bags for 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
- In a pitcher, combine the tea, orange juice, honey, brandy, and triple sec.
- Add sliced oranges.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Serve over ice.
