Pescatarian Whole30 Ginger Lemon Sparkler
This bright, fizzy drink is the kind of thing that makes you feel like you're at a fancy brunch without any of the effort. Fresh ginger is simmered low and slow until it releases all of its warm, spicy depth, then brightened up with a generous squeeze of real lemon juice — no syrups, no concentrates, nothing artificial. The result is a homemade concentrate that you simply pour over ice and top with sparkling water for an instantly refreshing sipper. It's naturally free of anything processed, which makes it a perfect fit for clean-eating lifestyles without sacrificing any flavor. The optional mint and lemon garnish take it from weeknight glass of water to something you'd genuinely want to photograph. Whether you're skipping alcohol, cutting out added sugar, or just craving something that tastes alive, this one delivers every single time.
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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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