Ingredients & Preparation
Ingredients
- Fresh Lemon Juice — 4 Lemons
- Fresh Mint Leaves — 1 small bunch
- Soaked Dates (Sugar Substitute) — 3 Dates
- Cold Water — 4 cups
- Ice — As needed
Method
- Soak dates in warm water for 10 minutes, then blend with one cup of water.
- Strain the date mixture and keep the sweet liquid.
- Squeeze the lemons and mix the juice with the date water and remaining cold water.
- Gently bruise the mint leaves with the back of a spoon and add them to the mix.
- Serve immediately over plenty of ice.
Why Choose Dates Over Sugar?
Nutrient Density
Unlike refined sugar, which provides empty calories, dates offer fiber, potassium, and magnesium, slowing the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream.
Antioxidant Boost
Fresh lemon juice is a potent source of Vitamin C, while mint provides polyphenols. Fresh preparation ensures these delicate compounds remain active.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why dates instead of sugar?
Dates bring natural sweetness along with fibre and nutrients, instead of added sugar that carries none. The result is fewer calories and a deeper flavour.
How long does it keep?
It is best drunk fresh on the day. It keeps in the fridge for up to a day, but the mint loses its freshness and the lemon can turn slightly bitter.
Add the ice to the jug or to the glass?
Add ice to the glass when serving. Adding it to the jug waters the drink down as it melts.
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References & Sources
- Guideline Reducing added sugar for heart health — AHA
- Nutrient Data Vitamin C in lemons — USDA FoodData
- Consumer Health Lemon health benefits — Healthline
Last verified: 2026-05-30. Health claims on this page are presented honestly at their actual level of evidence.