Last Updated on May 12, 2022 by Britt Ervin
Mint Cooler with lime is a refreshing drink that’s perfect to combat the heat on hot summer days!
This easy summertime drink recipe is made with only 4 simple ingredients, including fresh mint and lime. Water is actually blended and infused with the mint leaves, so every sip is bright and flavorful. Enjoy chilled over ice for a delightful warm weather drink!
I created this Mint Cooler for the now defunct Blog Hop Wednesday, hosted by Tickling Palates, where I was paired with Surabhi. Joining a blog hop was a fun way to get to know other people in the food blogging world for more inspiration. In fact, I now host a similar event. If you are a food blogger interested in joining us, please join our group here.
Mint is one of my favorite herbs. I put it in lots of savory dishes as well as sweet ones, like in my Broiled Mango Parfait. I also use it when I make fresh lemonade and iced tea. It is so refreshing. When I saw this refreshing drink on her blog, I knew this is the recipe I was going to do. This reminds me of the Mint Iced Tea I get whenever I visit Yemen Cafe or the Moustache. Cool and refreshing…perfect for the summer season.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 INGREDIENTS
Lime Mint Cooler is a quick and simple recipe with few ingredients. For this one, you will need:
- mint leaves
- cold water
- limes
- sugar
For the mint, you will specifically want about 2 cups of packed leaves.
How to Make a Mint Cooler
- First, combine the mint and 3 cups of water together in a food processor, or blender, and combine together.
- Let the mixed mint and water sit for at least an hour to make sure that the water is properly infused with the mint.
- Strain mint and water to remove mint debris. You can strain as many times as you want to remove the extra leaves based on your preference.
- Add juice from the limes and sugar to the mint infused water.
Recipe Variations and Tips
Strain the mint leaves from the water as many times as you like. Sometimes I like to get out as much as possible, and other times I prefer to leave in some debris for extra freshness.
If you are feeling adventurous you can substitute normal water for sparkling water to add more refreshing crisp to your drink!
Or you could add in lemon and cucumber for an extra layer of flavor.
Mix in liquor to make a fabulous adult cocktail also…maybe with some Ouzo or rum? Leave a comment and let me know what creative cocktail you create using this cooler!
Before enjoying, make sure to chill and/or serve over ice for a crisp and refreshing drink! Perfect when paired with a hot summer day.
Because the water needs to sit and be infused with the mint for at least an hour anyway, this drink recipe is great to make ahead. Combine the ingredients and keep mint cooler in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Interested in more refreshing summertime drink ideas? Check these other recipes out!
- Caribbean Punch 2 Ways
- Rhubarb Lavendar Iced Tea
- Fresh Watermelon Margarita
- Passionfreuit Mojito
- Gelo di Melone – Sicilian Watermelon Jello
Mint Cooler
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch mint about 2 cups of firmly packed leaves
- 3 cups cold water
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
- Combine the mint and water in a food processor and blend well.
- Leave to sit for 1 hour so the mint can really infuse the water.
- Strain.
- Add lime juice and sugar. Stir to combine.
- Chill and serve or serve over ice.
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Wat an excellent and flavourful cooler,loving it.
Wow It looks refreshing 🙂
Simple but perfect!
That looks really refreshing.
What a wonderful thirst quencher Mireille. Perfect for the weather.
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nice refreshing drink, perfect for the hot summer..
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Love this chiller.
Nice and refreshing thirst quencher.. Good one!
wow…what a refreshing drink !!!loved it !!!
Great for summer season.
I would love to add either wine or vodka and make a cocktail for myself along with this. -:)
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Looks so thirst quenching. I can imagine the fresh flavor this drink must leave after a sip. Lovely!!!
Wow, lovely colour, and a wonderful refreshing drink, thirst quenching too.., perfect for summer, beautiful clicks too…
So flavorful and refreshing.
Well served 🙂
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a very refreshing juice….iadd abit of ginger to it…..gives out a good flavour
Beautiful pictures Mireille, loved the props you have used as well. A glass of cool mint lemonade is so refreshing for summer!
yes – definitely hits the spot to relieve the heat.
I have to try the method of seeping ground mint. Sounds the best way without having to bite on it… and mint is always a refreshing agent to a nice cold drink, totally loving its color…
That is an alternative method you could try but seriously the mint is so soft at this point, it really is not bothersome at all!
Love this easy and breezy cooler!! I can see myself chilling with this one!!
yes – it is so refreshing on hot summer days
I love this drink Mir and the mint flavour makes the whole drink such an out of the world feeling. The new pictures look fantastic and your props too..
thanks – The drink is super refreshing and thanks for the comments on the pics!
perfect and refreshing mint cooler. I always like the mint flavor and this looks amazing.
thanks – this is very refreshing on hot summer days!