Mint Ginger Lemonade is an outstanding and refreshing beverage. What takes this homemade ginger lemonade recipe up a notch is the addition of a fresh ginger and mint simple syrup.
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❤️ Why this recipe works
- Homemade ginger lemonade is easy to make, refreshing, with no preservatives.
- Fresh mint ginger lemonade is full of antioxidants and envigorating.
Ingredients
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Ginger Mint Simple Syrup
- water
- fresh ginger
- fresh mint
- lemon
Lemonade
- Mint Ginger Syrup * recipe above
- water
- fresh lemon juice
- ice cubes
- lemon slices, optional garnish
- fresh mint, optional garnish
Equipment
🔪 Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
Make the ginger mint simple syrup
- Pour 1 cup of water into a small saucepan.
- Chop the ginger into thin slices. It is not necessary to peel the ginger.
- Place the ginger into the saucepan.
- Place ½ of one of the squeezed lemons into the saucepan.
- Add ¼ cup of sugar or stevia into the saucepan.
- Put ¼ cup of mint leaves into the saucepan.
- Bring ginger lemonade mixture to a boil.
- Remove the pan from heat.
- Cover the saucepan with a lid and let flavors blend for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Then strain the liquid and discard the mint, ginger, and lemon half.
- Set mint ginger syrup aside.
Make the lemonade
- Squeeze the lemons to make 1 cup of lemon juice, 4-5 lemons.
- In a large pitcher, pour the mint lemon syrup into the pitcher and add in the lemon juice.
- Stir to combine.
- Top with 4 cups of water and 2 cups of ice
- Serve with fresh mint and lemon wedges, enjoy.
How to store, reheat, and freeze
💭 Expert Tips
Expert Tip: When picking fresh lemons, look for unblemished, heavy lemons that are bright yellow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is the thing with bottled juice, you have to check the labels. You would want to use bottled pure lemon juice, without added sugars.
I prefer using fresh lemon juice. Below is an easy way to always keep lemon juice in the freezer.
When I want a sugar-free alternative to Homemade Lemonade, I use stevia. This is a great alternative to sugar and for those who are low-carb or practice a Keto lifestyle, this is perfect.
To ensure you always have lemon juice or when the price is very low for lemons.
Juice your lemons into a bowl.
Use an ice-cube tray and place the juice in each cube, about 2 Tablespoons each.
Freeze the juice until frozen.
Place the cubes into a freezer bag and use as needed for fresh lemon juice.
Use the juice cubes within 6 months.
Yes, you can use honey to make lemonade. I generally start with ¼ cup of pure honey with this recipe. I taste and adjust honey if needed.
This is a thirst-quenching drink that is full of flavor and antioxidants from ginger and lemons.
📖 Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways that you increase the flavor of this dish.
- Turn the ginger lemonade into a spiked cocktail by adding either Vodka, Bourbon, Gin, or even Whiskey is a great choice.
- Add in other herbs such as basil or rosemary to the beverage for a variety of flavors.
- If you follow a low-carb diet, use stevia as the sweetener.
- Add some bubbles with the addition of club soda.
Serving Suggestions
This is such a refreshing drink, serve alongside so many recipes.
Enjoy brunch with air fryer bacon and a sausage and egg casserole with a pitcher of lemonade.
How about serving chicken gyros and tzatziki sauce with a cold glass of this lemonade? Or an easy falafel pita?
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Strawberry Iced Tea is another thirst quencher you should try.
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Mint Ginger Lemonade
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Ingredients
Mint Ginger Syrup
- 1 cup water
- 2-3 ounces fresh ginger, sliced thin * see note 2
- ¼ cup sugar * see note 1
- ¼ cup chopped fresh mint
- ½ lemon shell, use the juice in the lemon juice.
Homemade Mint Ginger Lemonade
- 1 recipe Mint Ginger Syrup * recipe above
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice, strained of pulp and pits The lemon skin should be placed in the pan to make the Mint Ginger Syrup
- 2 cups ice
- 8 slices lemon, thin slices garnish, optional
- 8 sprigs fresh mint garnish, optional
Instructions
How to Make Mint Ginger Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, over medium heat, add the water, sliced ginger, sugar, mint, and lemon shell.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, remove from heat
- Cover with a lid and let steep at least ½ hour. Set aside.
How to Make Mint Ginger Lemonade
- In a large pitcher, combine the ginger mint syrup and lemon juice. Mix well.
- Add in the water and mix well. Add in the ice. Serve with fresh mint and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Note 1: Stevia can be used to make the ginger lemonade.
- Note 1A: I do not love overly sweet beverages. You can add more if needed. Please remember to adjust calories to reflect any adjustments
- Note 2: No need to peel the ginger. Just slice it thin and I even break those in half to release the ginger flavor.
- Note 2A: I love ginger so I tend to add 3-4 ounces. Start with the lower amount and you can always add more ginger.
I'm not a registered dietician, I do my best to provide the most accurate nutritional values. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation. Actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.Don’t forget to shop at the Everyday Eileen store on Amazon
Cook With Nisha
absolutely fresh and looking delicious... Must have to try this lemonade... Thank you so much Eileen!!!
Eileen xo
Awesome Nisha! I hope you enjoyed the lemonade!
Andy Bishop
Thanks for this! I made this for my wife and she loved it!
Eileen xo
Excellent Andy! I am so happy your wife enjoyed the lemonade!
Deirdre
So refreshing the kids love it
Eileen xo
Thank you Deirdre! I am thrilled!
Deirdre
So refreshing the kids love it
Eileen xo
Awesome Deirdre! This is a keeper!
Theresa
I love that you use the lemon shell to make the simple syrup! Great way to use the whole lemon. Your recipe sounds refreshing!
Eileen xo
Thank you so much Theresa, I am happy you are enjoying the Mint Ginger Lemonade
Sheila
Wow! This is really good and refreshing. The mint and ginger was a great addition to my ordinary lemonade. I love it.
Eileen xo
I love this lemonade also Sheila. I agree, the ginger and mint put this over the top delicious and the nutritional value is super important. Enjoy the lemonade.
Ellen
So cool and refreshing on a hot day!
Eileen xo
Thank you Ellen, I hope you enjoy!
Leslie Jones
This sounds soo refreshing. I also use Stevia as a sugar substitute in my recipes!
Leslie Jones
Wow this sounds sooo refreshing. I also use Stevia as a sugar substitute!
Eileen xo
Awesome Leslie! Glad you like the lemonade and Stevia is a great substitute!
Teri
What a refreshing beverage! I will be shopping tomorrow for the ingredients, and I am looking forward to trying this! YUM!
Liz @ Books n' Cooks
How refreshing! And I love that you bumped up the health benefits by adding mint and ginger.
Eileen xo
Thank you Liz. I hope you enjoy the mint ginger lemonade as much as my family
Anne
This is such a refreshing combination of ingredients. Just perfect to sip on a hot summer day!
Kate
So refreshing for a summer afternoon!
Caroline
This looks so wonderfully refreshing, I'm a big fan of ginger and mint is always a great addition too.
Valentina | The Baking Fairy
What a refreshing blend of flavors! I love the idea of this!
Carlee
That looks and sounds so refreshing, perfect after a hot and muggy day like today!
Christie
This sounds so refreshing and delicious. I was drinking ginger water today. I'll have to try this lemonade!
Wendy Klik
Lemon and ginger go so well together and with all that yummy goodness you forget that it is actually good for you.