Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Whole30 Ginger Lemon Sparkler
Bright, zippy, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling ginger lemon drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat. Fresh ginger is simmered low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, then brightened with real squeezed lemon juice — no concentrates, no mystery additives, just clean whole ingredients you can trust. For anyone managing eosinophilic esophagitis, finding a flavorful beverage that sidesteps common trigger ingredients can feel like a small miracle, and this one delivers without compromise. The concentrate is strained smooth before serving, so there's nothing left behind that could cause irritation — just pure, clear flavor. Topped with chilled sparkling water and a handful of ice, it's effervescent and lively in a way that feels genuinely celebratory. A lemon slice and a sprig of fresh mint make it look like something you'd order at a nice restaurant, which is a fun bonus for something this simple to pull together at home.
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2 servings
For the ginger concentrate
- 1 cup water
- 2 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about ⅓ cup)
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
To assemble
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice
For serving
- 2 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- 2 sprigs fresh mint, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and pale golden.
- 2
Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Let the mixture steep for 20 minutes, until cooled to room temperature.
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