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.
Course Beverage
Cuisine American
Keyword ginger lemonade, ginger lemonade recipe, mint ginger lemonade
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
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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.