Gingery Limeade
Brighten up your day with this refreshing Gingery Limeade, the perfect blend of zesty lime and spicy ginger that’s as invigorating as it is satisfying. This easy-to-make drink features a homemade ginger syrup made from freshly grated ginger root simmered with sugar, delivering a bold, aromatic flavor. Freshly squeezed lime juice adds a tangy kick, while cold or sparkling water transforms it into a thirst-quenching beverage ideal for any occasion. Garnished with lime slices and optional mint leaves, this sparkling ginger limeade is both elegant and delicious. Ready in just 15 minutes and served over ice, it’s a must-try crowd-pleaser for summer parties, brunches, or lazy afternoons. Perfect for those seeking a non-alcoholic drink that’s naturally vibrant and packed with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons (grated) Fresh ginger root
- 4 cups Water
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
- 2/3 cup Freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 cups Cold water or sparkling water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lime slices (for garnish)
- 8 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Grate 2 tablespoons of fresh ginger root and set it aside.
In a small saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a simmer over medium heat.
Add the grated ginger and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar to the simmering water. Stir until the sugar completely dissolves.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the ginger mixture steep for 5 minutes to infuse the flavor.
Strain the ginger syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove the ginger solids. Let it cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, add 2/3 cup of freshly squeezed lime juice to the ginger syrup and mix well.
Pour in 2 cups of cold water or sparkling water to dilute the mixture. Stir gently to combine.
Fill serving glasses with 1 cup of ice cubes and divide the limeade mixture evenly among the glasses.
Garnish each glass with a lime slice and fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Gingery Limeade!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 103.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 234 mg | 5% | |
*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.
