Fresh Ginger Lemonade
Quench your thirst with this invigorating Fresh Ginger Lemonade. Combining the spicy warmth of ginger with fresh lemon juice, it's the ultimate refreshing drink for summer. Perfect for picnics or a casual afternoon, you'll want to make this delightful beverage today!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Chef's Knife
- Large Pot
- Frying Pan
- Peeler
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 ounces Fresh Ginger (no need to peel)
- 2 zest lemons removed with a vegetable peeler
- 3 cups Water
- 1/2 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Freshly-Squeezed Lemon Juice
Instructions
- Start by preparing your ingredients. Cut the fresh ginger into thin slices. The thinner the slices, the more flavor they'll release into the water.
- In a small saucepan, combine the water, sugar, sliced ginger, and zest from the lemons. Stir the mixture gently to help dissolve the sugar.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, observing the bubbles forming. This will help infuse the flavors.
- Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat. Cover it with a lid, allowing it to steep. This is where the magic happens; the ginger will impart its warmth into the syrup.
- Let the mixture steep for about 30 minutes to 1 hour. The longer it steeps, the stronger the ginger flavor will be.
- After steeping, strain the syrup to remove the ginger slices and lemon zest. You can use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth for this step.
- In a pitcher, mix the ginger-infused syrup with the freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
- Chill the lemonade thoroughly in the refrigerator. I recommend letting it chill for at least an hour before serving to ensure it's refreshing.
- When you're ready to serve, pour the Fresh Ginger Lemonade over ice. You can garnish with additional lemon slices or fresh mint if desired.
- Lastly, enjoy the revitalizing taste of your homemade Fresh Ginger Lemonade! It's a delightful way to cool down and refresh yourself.