Chestnut Free Sparkling Lemon Ginger Spritzer

Total time40 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time10 min

4.7

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Chestnut Free Sparkling Lemon Ginger Spritzer

Bright, zippy, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special. Fresh ginger is simmered with maple syrup to build a fragrant, warmly spiced base that pairs beautifully with the tartness of real squeezed lemon juice. The whole thing gets lifted by chilled sparkling water, so every sip has that satisfying fizz without anything artificial or processed. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies or sensitivities, this recipe is naturally worry-free — every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify at the store. The homemade ginger syrup is the real star here; steeping the slices low and slow pulls out a depth of flavor you simply cannot get from a bottle. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a sprig of fresh mint and it looks like something you'd pay good money for at a fancy brunch spot. It's easy enough for a weeknight but impressive enough to serve to guests.

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Ingredients

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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