Ginger Lemonade

Refreshingly zesty and perfectly spiced, this homemade Ginger Lemonade is your go-to drink for a revitalizing flavor boost. Combining the natural tang of fresh-squeezed lemon juice with the warming kick of ginger-infused syrup, this beverage strikes a harmonious balance of sweet and tart. Infused with freshly grated ginger, the lemonade is simmered to extract robust flavors, then cooled and blended with cold water and ice for ultimate refreshment. Garnished with vibrant lemon slices and fragrant mint leaves, it’s as visually delightful as it is delicious. Whether you're seeking a revitalizing summer cooler or an immune-boosting drink year-round, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and serves four. Perfect for parties, picnics, or a midday pick-me-up, Ginger Lemonade brings bold, citrusy charm to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons (grated) Fresh ginger root
• 4 cups Water
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 whole (juiced) Fresh lemons
• 3 cups Cold water
• 2 cups Ice cubes
• 4 pieces (for garnish) Lemon slices
• 8 leaves (for garnish) Fresh mint leaves

Directions

Step 1

Peel and grate 2 tablespoons of fresh ginger root.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the grated ginger, 4 cups of water, and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar.

Step 3

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.

Step 4

Once the sugar has dissolved, reduce the heat to simmer and let the mixture steep for 5 minutes to infuse the ginger flavor.

Step 5

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the ginger syrup to cool completely. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the grated ginger. Set the ginger syrup aside.

Step 6

Juice 4 fresh lemons to yield approximately 1 cup of lemon juice. Strain the juice to remove any seeds or pulp if desired.

Step 7

In a large pitcher, combine the cooled ginger syrup, lemon juice, and 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to mix.

Step 8

Add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher and stir again to chill the lemonade.

Step 9

Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if needed, stirring until dissolved.

Step 10

Serve the ginger lemonade in glasses over additional ice cubes if desired.

Step 11

Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and 2 fresh mint leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2519 grams (2519.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	466

Total Fat 0.90g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 63mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 126.20g	46%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 106.70g
Protein 3.20g	6%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167mg	13%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 423mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.5%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 96.0%