Servings: 1 bottle
Green Shiso Juice 青紫蘇ジュース
This easy recipe transforms aromatic Japanese herb green shiso into a vibrant, antioxidant-rich refreshing drink. Perfect for hot days or as a unique cocktail mixer!
Ingredients
- 30-40 green shiso leaves
- 250 ml water
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
Instructions
To Make Juice
- Rinse the green shiso leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove dirt or debris.
- Gently pat them dry with paper towels or shake off excess water.
- In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 250 ml of water to a boil.
- Boil the leaves for about 5 minutes until the water turns a light green and the leaves wilt.
- Remove the pot from heat.
- Strain the liquid through a fine mesh sieve into a clean bowl or pot.
- While the liquid is still hot, stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.
- Once it has cooled down a bit, stir in apple cider vinegar or lemon juice.
- Let the juice cool to room temperature.
- Pour into a clean, sterilized bottle or jar.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1–2 weeks.
To Serve
- Fill glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour 1 part green shiso juice over the ice and dilute with 3 parts soda water or cold water.
- Garnish with a fresh shiso leaf, or mint, or a slice of lemon or lime, if you want.