Chicken Free Gluten Free Ginger Citrus Punch
This bright, fizzy punch is built entirely on fresh citrus and a homemade ginger syrup, making it a naturally refreshing drink that happens to be completely free of any poultry-derived ingredients or additives. The syrup is the real star — simmered ginger slices infuse sugar and water with a warm, spicy depth that store-bought mixers simply can't replicate. Freshly squeezed orange, lemon, and lime juice layer on a tart, sun-ripened brightness that balances the heat of the ginger beautifully. A final pour of chilled sparkling water brings everything to life with a satisfying fizz that makes this feel genuinely celebratory. It's the kind of drink that looks stunning on a table with a few citrus rounds and fresh mint tucked into the glass. Whether you're serving a crowd or just treating yourself, this punch comes together with simple, whole ingredients and zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass.
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6 servings
For the ginger syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- 2 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
For the punch
- 1 cup fresh orange juice (from about 3 medium oranges)
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
For serving
- ice, for serving
- orange or lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar, water, and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the syrup is slightly thickened and fragrant with ginger. Remove from heat and let cool for 30 minutes.
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