Celery Free Classic Ginger Lemonade
There is something deeply refreshing about a homemade lemonade that actually tastes like it was made with care, and this ginger version delivers exactly that. Fresh ginger is simmered into a fragrant syrup that brings a warm, spicy backbone to the bright citrus — it's the kind of drink that makes you wonder why you ever bought the bottled stuff. The syrup steeps after cooking, which lets the ginger flavor deepen without turning sharp or bitter, so every sip is perfectly balanced. Squeezed lemon juice keeps things clean and vibrant, and the whole pitcher comes together with nothing more than a saucepan and a strainer. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from celery and celery derivatives, so there's zero label-reading stress involved. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a few mint sprigs and you've got a drink that looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the ginger syrup
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 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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