Breastfeeding Friendly Sparkling Lemon Ginger Spritzer
Bright, zingy, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling spritzer is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're treating yourself — because you are. Fresh lemon juice and a homemade maple-ginger syrup come together in a way that's far more satisfying than anything from a bottle, and you know exactly what's in every sip. Ginger has long been celebrated as a soothing, feel-good ingredient, making this a smart and delicious choice when you're being mindful about what you consume while nursing. The syrup is simple to make — just water, maple syrup, and fresh ginger simmered together and strained — so there are no mystery additives or artificial sweeteners to second-guess. Topped with chilled sparkling water and a little fresh mint, it looks beautiful in a glass and comes together with almost no effort. It's the perfect alternative to reaching for a sugary soda or a caffeinated drink when you want something special that still feels responsible.
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4 servings
For the ginger syrup
- ½ cup water
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 2 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about ¼ cup slices)
For the spritzer
- 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.
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