Name: Lemon Barley Water
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 1 h 30 min
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups pearled barley; 6 cups water; 1 large lemon — peeled and juiced; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 sprig mint (optional); Garnish with additional lemon slices

Lemon Barley Water

Rinse the barley under cold water, until water runs clear.

Once water is boiling, add the rinsed barley and lemon peels, cover with a tight-fitting lid.

Reduce heat to gentle simmer and cook for 10 more minutes.

Add sugar and lemon juice, steep and allow to cool for approx. 30 minutes.

Strain, discarding the barley and lemon peels into big bowl

Reserve the water, adjust lemon and sugar to taste, and refrigerate.

Many cultures make some form of this drink — and for good reason — it's chock-full of nutrients and pretty darn refreshing.