Walnut Free Gluten Free Ginger Citrus Punch
This bright, fizzy punch is the kind of drink that makes any gathering feel like a celebration, with layers of fresh citrus and a warm ginger kick that lingers in the best way. The homemade ginger syrup is the real star here — simmering sliced ginger with sugar and water coaxes out a deeply fragrant, slightly spicy base that no store-bought mixer can replicate. Three kinds of fresh-squeezed juice (orange, lemon, and lime) bring a bold, sun-ripened tartness that balances the sweetness perfectly. A hit of chilled sparkling water at the end keeps everything lively and effervescent, so you get that satisfying fizz in every glass. Every single ingredient in this punch is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's zero label-reading stress or cross-contact worry — just clean, vibrant flavors from start to finish. Pile on the ice, tuck in a few citrus slices and a sprig of mint, and you've got a showstopper that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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