Tequila and thyme are no doubt a match made in heaven! Fresh and bursting with flavour, this thyme and tequila lemonade is the ultimate sundowner made with seasonal ingredients.

SERVES 1 // COOK TIME 5 min

INGREDIENTS
2 tsp white sugar
2 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp tequila
1 sprig thyme
200 ml soda water
To serve
1 lemon wedge
1 sprig thyme

METHOD
1. Place the sugar, lemon juice, tequila and thyme in a tall glass and muddle together with a spoon.
2. Add ⅓ of the soda water and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Top off with the remaining soda water and a few ice cubes.
To serve
3. Top with a lemon wedge and a sprig of thyme.

Recipe & styling: Kate Turner
Photography: Andreas Eiselen // HMimages.co.za

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