Hazelnut Free Classic Ginger Lemonade
Bright, zippy, and deeply refreshing, this ginger lemonade is the kind of drink that makes you wonder why you ever bought the bottled stuff. The real magic is in the homemade ginger syrup — fresh ginger is simmered with sugar and water until the mixture turns fragrant and slightly silky, then strained clean so every sip is smooth and bold without any fibrous bits. Freshly squeezed lemon juice brings a lively tartness that balances the warm spice of the ginger in a way that feels genuinely special. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and whole — citrus, ginger, sugar, water — there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden nut-based additives sneaking into your glass. Garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint over a tall glass of ice, it's as pretty as it is delicious. Make a big pitcher for a backyard gathering or keep it in the fridge for a week of seriously satisfying sipping.
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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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