Rice Free Lemon Ginger Mocktail Spritz
Bright, zingy, and endlessly refreshing, this sparkling mocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — no alcohol required. The star of the show 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. Paired with a generous pour of fresh lemon juice and topped with ice-cold sparkling water, the result is a perfectly balanced spritz that's tart, lightly sweet, and just a little spicy. Drinks like this can sometimes hide sneaky additives or grain-based sweeteners, but here every single ingredient is straightforward and naturally free of any grain concerns — maple syrup and fresh citrus do all the heavy lifting. The garnish of lemon slices and fresh mint takes it from casual to genuinely beautiful, making it a great option for brunches, dinner parties, or just a Tuesday afternoon when you want something that feels elevated. Make the ginger-maple syrup ahead of time and keep it in the fridge so you can build a glass in minutes whenever the craving hits.
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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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