Ginger Tea Lemonade
Transform your refreshment game with this zesty and soothing Ginger Tea Lemonade recipe—a delightful fusion of spicy ginger warmth and tangy citrus brightness. Made with fresh ginger root simmered into a fragrant tea, sweetened with just the right touch of honey, and perfectly balanced with freshly squeezed lemon juice, this drink is as rejuvenating as it is flavorful. Served over ice and optionally garnished with sprigs of fresh mint, this beverage is a refreshing thirst-quencher for hot summer days or a comforting pick-me-up during cooler months. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this ginger lemonade not only packs a punch of flavor but also offers natural health benefits, making it a must-add to your collection of go-to drinks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 inches Fresh ginger root
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Honey (or sweetener of your choice)
- 3 whole Lemons
- 2 cups Cold water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the fresh ginger root.
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, add the sliced ginger.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the ginger for 5 minutes to create ginger tea.
Strain the ginger tea into a heat-safe pitcher and discard the ginger pieces. Stir in the honey while the tea is still warm, and set aside to cool to room temperature.
Juice the lemons to extract fresh lemon juice, ensuring you remove any seeds. You should get about 1/2 cup of lemon juice.
Once the ginger tea has cooled, add the lemon juice and 2 cups of cold water to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the Ginger Tea Lemonade over the top.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 55 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 131 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 359 mg | 8% | |
*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.
