Low Iodine Pineapple Ginger Mocktail
Bright, tropical, and just a little spicy, this pineapple ginger mocktail is the kind of drink that makes any afternoon feel like a celebration. Fresh pineapple juice is pressed and strained right at home, so you know exactly what's going into your glass — no store-bought concentrates or mystery additives to second-guess. A quick homemade ginger syrup made with maple syrup brings warmth and depth without any of the iodine-containing ingredients that can sneak into packaged syrups and flavored drinks. The whole thing comes together with fresh lime juice and chilled sparkling water for a fizzy, refreshing finish that feels genuinely special. Shaking it over ice gives the drink a frothy, well-chilled texture that rivals anything you'd order at a bar. It's a smart, satisfying option when you need something festive but want to stay firmly within your dietary boundaries — no compromises required.
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2 servings
For the ginger syrup
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
For the mocktail
- ¾ cup fresh pineapple juice (from about 1 ½ cups chopped fresh pineapple, pressed or blended and strained)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 thin slices fresh pineapple or lime wedges, for garnish (optional)
- 2 small 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 3 minutes, until the syrup is fragrant and the ginger flavor is pronounced. Remove from the heat and let steep for 10 minutes.
- 2
Pour the ginger syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into a small bowl or measuring cup, pressing the ginger slices to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. Let the syrup cool to room temperature, about 5 minutes.
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