Food & Cooking Recipes Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes Thyme Lemonade 3.7 (69) Close Servings: 8 The flavor of thyme in this lemonade lends an unexpected grown-up flair to a summer favorite. Directions In a medium saucepan, bring sugar, thyme, and 1 cup water to a boil; stir until sugar is dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice, gin (if using), and 6 cups cold water; strain into a large pitcher. Refrigerate until cold, at least 1 hour (and up to 1 week). Serve over ice, garnished with thyme sprigs, if desired.