Low FODMAP Whole30 Ginger Lemon Sparkler
This bright, fizzy drink is the kind of thing that makes you feel like you're at a fancy spa without leaving your kitchen. Fresh ginger is simmered low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, then brightened with a generous squeeze of real lemon juice — no syrups, no concentrates, nothing artificial. The result is a bold, zingy concentrate that you simply pour over ice and top with sparkling water for an instantly refreshing sparkler. Both ginger and lemon are naturally gut-friendly at these serving sizes, making this an easy win when you're navigating a low FODMAP lifestyle and craving something more exciting than plain water. The optional mint and lemon garnish take it from casual to genuinely pretty, which is always a bonus. It comes together with minimal effort and even less cleanup, so it's just as practical on a busy weeknight as it is for impressing guests.
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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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