Spicy Lemonade from Compote Mix

Directions

1. 1

   Step 1

   

   Wash the lime and mint, pat dry with paper towels. Prepare a saucepan, a sieve, and a pitcher.

2. 2

   Step 2

   

   Place the compote assortment in the saucepan, add the cinnamon sticks and star anise. Separate the mint leaves from the stems and add them to the berries and spices.

   TipInstead of fresh mint, you can use dried.

3. 3

   Step 3

   

   Pour water over the combined ingredients, place over medium heat. Bring to a boil and simmer the drink for about 10–15 minutes or until the first signs of boiling. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

4. 4

   Step 4

   

   Add sugar to the warm broth, stir well, and let the crystals dissolve completely. Strain the drink through a sieve into a pitcher.

5. 5

   Step 5

   

   Slice half a lime into thin rounds and place them in the pitcher with the lemonade. Let it infuse for 30 minutes.

6. 6

   Step 6

   

   Fill glasses with the drink and serve. For chilling, add ice cubes or frozen berries to each glass.