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Homemade Mint Ginger Lemonade

Published: Dec 14, 2022 by Eileen xo

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Homemade mint ginger lemonade in a mason jar filled with ice and mint with a yellow paper straw on a wooden table with fresh lemon slices on the sides of the jar.

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. 

A mason jar filled with lemonade, ice, mont, and lemons.

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  • ❤️ Why this recipe works
  • Ingredients
  • Equipment
  • 🔪 Instructions
  • How to store, reheat, and freeze
  • 💭 Expert Tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • 📖 Variations
  • Serving Suggestions
  • Similar recipes
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  • Mint Ginger Lemonade
  • 💬 Comments

❤️ 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

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • Liquid Measuring Cup

🔪 Instructions

This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.

Make the ginger mint simple syrup

  1. Pour 1 cup of water into a small saucepan.
  2. Chop the ginger into thin slices. It is not necessary to peel the ginger.
  3. Place the ginger into the saucepan.
  4. Place ½ of one of the squeezed lemons into the saucepan.
  5. Add ¼ cup of sugar or stevia into the saucepan.
  6. Put ¼ cup of mint leaves into the saucepan.
  7. Bring ginger lemonade mixture to a boil.
  8. Remove the pan from heat.
  9. Cover the saucepan with a lid and let flavors blend for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  10. Then strain the liquid and discard the mint, ginger, and lemon half.
  11. Set mint ginger syrup aside.

Make the lemonade

  1. Squeeze the lemons to make 1 cup of lemon juice, 4-5 lemons.
  2. In a large pitcher, pour the mint lemon syrup into the pitcher and add in the lemon juice.
  3. Stir to combine.
  4. Top with 4 cups of water and 2 cups of ice
  5. Serve with fresh mint and lemon wedges, enjoy.
A large glass jar with a spout filled with ginger lemonade and mint.

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

Can I use bottled lemon juice for this recipe?

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.

Can I make this recipe without sugar?

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.

Is fresh lemon juice freezable?

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.

Can I use honey to make this lemonade?

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.

What are the benefits of ginger lemonade?

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?

Similar recipes

Lemon Ginger Detox Tea is one of my most popular recipes and it can be served hot or cold.

Blueberry Iced Tea is another refreshing drink that is full of antioxidants.

Strawberry Iced Tea is another thirst quencher you should try.

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Thirst quenching mint ginger lemonade with mint and a lemon wedge on a wooden table ready to be served!

Mint Ginger Lemonade

Homemade ginger lemonade is a refreshing thirst quencher beverage. The mint ginger syrup is simple to make and adds an extra level of flavor to the drink.
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Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Keyword: ginger lemonade, ginger lemonade recipe, mint ginger lemonade
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
steep: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 38kcal
Author: Eileen Kelly

Equipment Needed:

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  • Medium Saucepan
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • Liquid Measuring Cup

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
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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

Be sure to check Expert Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help make a delicious recipe.
  • 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.
     
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Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 38kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 74mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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  1. Cook With Nisha

    September 08, 2018 at 4:10 am

    5 stars
    absolutely fresh and looking delicious... Must have to try this lemonade... Thank you so much Eileen!!!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      September 10, 2018 at 12:43 pm

      Awesome Nisha! I hope you enjoyed the lemonade!

      Reply
  2. Andy Bishop

    September 06, 2018 at 11:29 pm

    Thanks for this! I made this for my wife and she loved it!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      September 10, 2018 at 12:47 pm

      Excellent Andy! I am so happy your wife enjoyed the lemonade!

      Reply
  3. Deirdre

    August 26, 2018 at 3:50 pm

    5 stars
    So refreshing the kids love it

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 27, 2018 at 12:31 am

      Thank you Deirdre! I am thrilled!

      Reply
  4. Deirdre

    August 26, 2018 at 3:46 pm

    So refreshing the kids love it

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 27, 2018 at 12:39 am

      Awesome Deirdre! This is a keeper!

      Reply
  5. Theresa

    August 20, 2018 at 12:22 pm

    I love that you use the lemon shell to make the simple syrup! Great way to use the whole lemon. Your recipe sounds refreshing!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 20, 2018 at 1:42 pm

      Thank you so much Theresa, I am happy you are enjoying the Mint Ginger Lemonade

      Reply
  6. Sheila

    August 16, 2018 at 12:59 pm

    Wow! This is really good and refreshing. The mint and ginger was a great addition to my ordinary lemonade. I love it.

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 17, 2018 at 12:07 pm

      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.

      Reply
  7. Ellen

    August 15, 2018 at 8:41 pm

    So cool and refreshing on a hot day!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 15, 2018 at 10:48 pm

      Thank you Ellen, I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  8. Leslie Jones

    August 13, 2018 at 5:32 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds soo refreshing. I also use Stevia as a sugar substitute in my recipes!

    Reply
  9. Leslie Jones

    August 13, 2018 at 5:31 pm

    5 stars
    Wow this sounds sooo refreshing. I also use Stevia as a sugar substitute!

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 14, 2018 at 2:28 am

      Awesome Leslie! Glad you like the lemonade and Stevia is a great substitute!

      Reply
  10. Teri

    August 12, 2018 at 8:46 pm

    What a refreshing beverage! I will be shopping tomorrow for the ingredients, and I am looking forward to trying this! YUM!

    Reply
  11. Liz @ Books n' Cooks

    August 12, 2018 at 6:57 pm

    How refreshing! And I love that you bumped up the health benefits by adding mint and ginger.

    Reply
    • Eileen xo

      August 12, 2018 at 9:30 pm

      Thank you Liz. I hope you enjoy the mint ginger lemonade as much as my family

      Reply
  12. Anne

    August 12, 2018 at 1:22 pm

    This is such a refreshing combination of ingredients. Just perfect to sip on a hot summer day!

    Reply
  13. Kate

    August 11, 2018 at 8:24 pm

    So refreshing for a summer afternoon!

    Reply
  14. Caroline

    August 11, 2018 at 12:23 pm

    This looks so wonderfully refreshing, I'm a big fan of ginger and mint is always a great addition too.

    Reply
  15. Valentina | The Baking Fairy

    August 10, 2018 at 11:55 pm

    5 stars
    What a refreshing blend of flavors! I love the idea of this!

    Reply
  16. Carlee

    August 10, 2018 at 11:18 pm

    That looks and sounds so refreshing, perfect after a hot and muggy day like today!

    Reply
  17. Christie

    August 10, 2018 at 8:18 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds so refreshing and delicious. I was drinking ginger water today. I'll have to try this lemonade!

    Reply
  18. Wendy Klik

    August 10, 2018 at 5:57 pm

    Lemon and ginger go so well together and with all that yummy goodness you forget that it is actually good for you.

    Reply

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