Low Sugar Classic Ginger Lemonade

Total time40 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time10 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the ginger syrup

1 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
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Chef's tip
Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
3 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced

For the lemonade

1 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 6–8 lemons)
3 cups cold water

For serving

ice, for serving
lemon slices, for serving (optional)
fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine 1 cup water, the sugar, and the sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3–4 minutes.
2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the syrup is slightly thickened and fragrant with ginger.

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