Bright, zingy, and genuinely refreshing, this drink is the kind of thing you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week. Fresh ginger is simmered until the water turns fragrant and golden, then steeped even longer so every sip carries that warm, spicy depth — no artificial flavoring needed. A generous squeeze of real lemon juice and a touch of maple syrup balance the heat perfectly, and because the sweetener stays well within low FODMAP thresholds per serving, you can sip without second-guessing. So many store-bought flavored drinks and lemonades sneak in high-fructose corn syrup or fruit juice concentrates that can trigger symptoms, but this one is made entirely from ingredients you control. The pinch of salt is a small but smart move — it rounds out the flavors and keeps the drink from tasting flat. Serve it over ice with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint for something that looks and tastes far fancier than the effort involved. Makes four servings, so it's just as good for a quiet afternoon at home as it is for having friends over.
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Combine 1 cup of the water and the sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the water is fragrant and lightly golden.
Remove from the heat and let the ginger steep in the hot water for 20 minutes, until the liquid is deeply aromatic and noticeably spicy.
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