Honey Free Lemon Ginger Mocktail Spritz
Bright, zippy, and endlessly refreshing, this lemon ginger mocktail spritz is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — no alcohol required. The secret is a homemade ginger-maple syrup that you simmer low and slow, letting the fresh ginger steep until the flavor is bold and aromatic before straining it into a clean, golden base. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener here, which means the whole recipe is completely free of bee-derived ingredients without any compromise on depth or sweetness. Fresh lemon juice brings a bright, tart punch that balances the warmth of the ginger beautifully, and chilled sparkling water ties it all together with a satisfying fizz. A gentle stir before serving keeps the bubbles lively, and a garnish of lemon slices and fresh mint makes it look like something you'd order at a fancy brunch spot. It's an easy, crowd-pleasing pour that works just as well for a quiet afternoon as it does for a full table of guests.
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4 servings
For the ginger-maple syrup
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 2 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about ¼ cup)
For the spritz
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 2 cups ice
For serving
- 4 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- 4 sprigs fresh mint, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, maple syrup, and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the maple syrup dissolves. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the syrup is fragrant and the ginger flavor is pronounced.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup steep for 20 minutes, until cooled to room temperature and deeply ginger-flavored.
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