Rice Free Classic Ginger Lemonade

Bright, zingy, and refreshingly homemade, this ginger lemonade is the kind of drink that makes you wonder why you ever bought the bottled stuff. The star of the show is a simple ginger syrup made by simmering fresh sliced ginger with sugar and water until it turns fragrant and slightly thick — that steeping step is what gives it real depth and warmth. Squeezed-to-order lemon juice brings the pucker, and together they create a balance that's bold without being overwhelming. Naturally, there's not a grain of rice or rice-derived ingredient anywhere near this recipe, so it's completely worry-free from the first sip to the last. Serve it over a tall glass of ice with a few lemon slices and fresh mint for a presentation that looks far fancier than the effort involved. It's endlessly adjustable too — a splash more water softens the intensity if you want something a little more laid-back on a hot afternoon.

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