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Fresh Ginger Lemonade

Zesty Fresh Ginger Lemonade for Ultimate Summer Refreshment

This Fresh Ginger Lemonade is a refreshing summer drink with a zesty kick, perfect for hot days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Beverage
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Lemonade Base
  • 4 large lemons Use fresh, juicy lemons for optimal acidity.
  • 3 tablespoons fresh ginger Grate for a spicy kick.
  • 1 cup sugar Sweeten to your liking.
  • 5 cups chilled water Essential for diluting.
  • 1 pinch kosher salt Enhances sweetness.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 bunch fresh mint leaves For garnish and aroma.

Equipment

  • Juicer
  • Grater
  • Medium-sized jar
  • Fine strainer
  • Large pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and pat dry the lemons and ginger. Juice the lemons to obtain about ½ cup of lemon juice and set aside.
  2. Grate the ginger until approximately 3 tablespoons are obtained.
  3. In a medium-sized jar, combine grated ginger, sugar, kosher salt, and lemon juice. Add 1 cup of chilled water and stir until sugar dissolves.
  4. Strain the mixture into a large pitcher using a fine strainer, pressing down to extract all juices.
  5. Add 4 cups of chilled water to the pitcher and stir well. Serve over ice, garnished with mint leaves or lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 34gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 32gVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients. Adjust sweetness as preferred and serve ice-cold for maximum refreshment.

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