Macadamia Free Iced Ginger Lemonade
There is something deeply refreshing about a glass of lemonade made entirely from scratch, and this ginger version takes that classic comfort to a whole new level. A homemade honey-ginger syrup is the real star here — fresh ginger is simmered low and slow, then steeped until the syrup is deeply fragrant and warmly spiced in a way no store-bought mix can replicate. Squeezed lemons bring bright, natural tartness that balances the floral sweetness of the honey beautifully. The recipe even invites you to taste and adjust at the end, so you can dial in exactly the level of sweetness or tang that suits you. Poured over ice and finished with a sprig of mint and a lemon slice, it looks as good as it tastes. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there is zero guesswork about what went into your glass.
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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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