Oats Free Sparkling Lemon Ginger Spritzer

Total time40 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time10 min

4.7

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Oats Free Sparkling Lemon Ginger Spritzer

Bright, zingy, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling lemon ginger spritzer is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special. A homemade ginger syrup built from fresh ginger and maple syrup does all the heavy lifting here, delivering a warmth and depth that no store-bought mixer can match. The whole thing comes together with squeezed lemon juice and chilled sparkling water, so every sip is clean, lively, and completely free from any grain-based additives or hidden fillers you might find in flavored syrups or premixed drinks. Steeping the ginger slices off the heat for a full twenty minutes is the secret move — it coaxes out a bold, aromatic flavor without any bitterness. Served over ice with a lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint, it looks as good as it tastes. Whether you're hosting a crowd or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this spritzer is effortless, elegant, and endlessly satisfying.

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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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