How to Make the Perfect Spiced Ginger Lemonade
American · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
This bold and warming spiced ginger lemonade combines freshly grated ginger, warm spices, and bright lemon juice with sparkling water for an invigorating and health-forward drink. This homemade ginger lemonade recipe is perfect for cold days, immune boosting, and fans of spicy beverages.
Why this recipe works
This Spiced Ginger Lemonade recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 78 calories with 0g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 inch fresh ginger root grated
- 0.75 cup fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 cup honey syrup
- 3 cups sparkling water
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make Ginger Syrup
Simmer grated ginger in a small saucepan with the honey syrup and cayenne pepper over medium heat for 5 minutes. Strain and let cool completely.
Step 2: Build the Lemonade
In a large pitcher combine the cooled spiced ginger syrup with fresh lemon juice and stir well.
Step 3: Finish and Serve
Gently add sparkling water to the pitcher, pour over ice, and garnish with a slice of fresh ginger and lemon.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fresh ginger → 1 teaspoon ground ginger for milder heat
- cayenne pepper → pinch of black pepper
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not straining the ginger syrup which leaves fibrous bits in the drink
- Skipping the cooling step and adding sparkling water to hot syrup which kills carbonation
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 78 calories, 0g protein, 20g carbs, 0g fat, 0g fiber.
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