Ginger Lemonade
A light and refreshing lemonade with a hint of ginger. This drink is family-friendly, but feel free to add bourbon or vodka to make it an adult beverage.
Ingredients
For the ginger simple syrup:
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 medium piece of ginger root , thinly sliced
For the lemonade:
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 4 cups cold water
- Ginger simple syrup
- Ice
- Lemon slices , for garnish (optional)
- Mint , for garnish (optional)
Instructions
To make the simple syrup:
- In a small saucepan set over medium high heat, bring the sugar and water to a boil. Add the ginger. Remove from heat and add sliced ginger. Cool to room temperature, then place in the fridge and chill completely for 1-2 hours. Strain to remove ginger slices.
To assemble the lemonade:
- In a large pitcher combine the lemon juice, water and ginger simple syrup. Add ice cubes, lemon slices and mint. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Make it a cocktail: Add 1 oz of vodka, gin or whiskey to individual servings.
- Make it with honey: Replace sugar with 1/2 cup honey.
- Turn it into sparkling lemonade: Replace water in this recipe with chilled club soda/sparkling water.
- Fun additions: Muddle in fresh strawberries or raspberries at the bottom of individual glasses, garnish with other herbs like basil or rosemary, or add slices of cucumber.
Calories: 80kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 31mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 19g, Vitamin C: 12mg, Calcium: 2mg, Iron: 1mg
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