Brazil Nut Free Iced Ginger Lemonade
There is something deeply refreshing about a glass of lemonade made entirely from scratch, and this ginger-spiked version takes it to a whole new level. A homemade honey-ginger syrup is the secret here — fresh ginger slices are gently simmered with honey and water, then left to steep until the flavor is bold and aromatic. That syrup gets strained and stirred together with bright, freshly squeezed lemon juice and cold water, giving you a drink that's tangy, floral, and just a little spicy in the best possible way. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or cross-contamination anxiety to worry about. You can easily dial the sweetness or tartness up or down to suit your taste, which makes it feel genuinely personal rather than one-size-fits-all. Served over ice with a sprig of mint and a thin lemon wheel, it looks as good as it tastes — the kind of drink that disappears fast at any gathering.
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4 servings
For the ginger syrup
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup water
- 2 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about ⅓ cup)
For the lemonade
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 5–6 lemons)
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 4 thin lemon slices (optional)
- 4 sprigs fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey, 1/2 cup water, and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey dissolves completely, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the syrup is fragrant and the ginger flavor is pronounced. Remove from heat and let steep for 20 minutes.
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