Xanthan Gum Free Classic Ginger Lemonade
Bright, zingy, and deeply refreshing, this ginger lemonade is the kind of drink that makes you wonder why you ever bought the bottled stuff. A homemade ginger syrup — built from fresh sliced ginger, sugar, and water — is the real star here, delivering a warm, spicy depth that no powder or concentrate can match. The syrup steeps off the heat so the ginger flavor has time to fully bloom before it ever meets the lemon juice. Because every ingredient in this recipe is naturally straightforward, there are zero hidden additives or thickeners to worry about — just real food doing exactly what it should. Fresh-squeezed lemon juice keeps things bright and tangy, and a little cold water brings it all into balance. Pile on the ice, add a sprig of mint if you're feeling fancy, and you've got a pitcher-worthy drink that's as clean and simple as it gets.
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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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