Shellfish Free Gluten Free Ginger Citrus Punch
This sparkling punch is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a celebration. Fresh orange, lemon, and lime juice come together with a homemade ginger syrup that you simmer right on the stovetop — the result is bright, zingy, and just sweet enough to keep you going back for another glass. The ginger syrup is the real star here, infusing the whole pitcher with a warm, aromatic kick that store-bought mixers simply can't replicate. Since every ingredient is naturally free of shellfish and other common allergens, this is a punch you can serve to a crowd without a second thought. The sparkling water gets added at the very last moment to keep things bubbly and refreshing all the way to the bottom of the glass. Dress it up with citrus rounds and fresh mint for a presentation that looks far more impressive than the effort involved.
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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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