Macadamia Free Turmeric Ginger Agua Fresca
This vibrant golden drink is refreshing, a little spicy, and just sweet enough to feel like a treat without any of the heaviness of a sugary soda. Fresh turmeric and ginger are simmered together until the water turns a deep, jewel-toned amber and fills your kitchen with the most incredible warm, earthy aroma. Maple syrup and a generous squeeze of lime juice round everything out, balancing the heat of the ginger with a bright citrusy lift. The whole thing comes together in a pitcher, chills in the fridge, and gets poured over ice whenever you need something that feels a little special. It's naturally free from nuts of any kind — every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify, so there's no second-guessing labels or scanning allergen warnings. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a few lime slices and it looks almost too pretty to drink. Almost.
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4 servings
- 3 cups cold water, divided
- 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, peeled and thinly sliced (or 1 tsp ground turmeric)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 pinch fine salt
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- lime slices or fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine 1 cup of the water with the sliced turmeric and ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes, until the water is deeply golden and fragrant.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the maple syrup and salt until fully dissolved.
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