Gut Friendly Pineapple Ginger Garden Cooler
This vibrant chilled drink is exactly what your gut has been asking for on a warm afternoon. Fresh pineapple brings natural enzymes, ginger adds its well-known soothing kick, and cucumber quietly infuses the whole thing with a clean, cooling depth that makes every sip feel genuinely refreshing. The blending and straining process keeps the drink smooth and easy to digest, so you get all the flavor without any of the heaviness. A touch of maple syrup sweetens things just enough, and a squeeze of lime ties the whole glass together with a bright, citrusy lift. The sparkling water option adds a gentle effervescence that makes it feel a little celebratory without overwhelming a sensitive stomach. It comes together in minutes and chills quickly, so it's just as practical for a weekday reset as it is for a slow weekend brunch spread.
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4 servings
- 3 cups fresh pineapple chunks (about ½ medium pineapple), peeled and cored
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup, plus more to taste
- ½ medium english cucumber, thinly sliced
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups sparkling water or still water, chilled
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the pineapple chunks, cold water, grated ginger, lime juice, maple syrup, and mint leaves to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing gently on the solids with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp.
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