Ginger Limeade
Ginger Limeade is the ultimate summer refreshment, blending the spicy warmth of fresh ginger with the zesty tang of lime. This invigorating drink is perfect for quenching your thirst on a hot day or impressing guests at any gathering. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up this delightful beverage that captures the essence of sunny afternoons and backyard barbecues. Easy to make and even easier to love, Ginger Limeade will quickly become your go-to summer sip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Non-cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–2 inches fresh ginger root
- 4–5 fresh limes (about 1 cup juice)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups filtered water
Instructions
- Peel and grate the fresh ginger using a microplane.
- Juice the limes until you have about one cup of lime juice.
- In a saucepan, combine grated ginger and four cups of water; bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat, strain out ginger pieces, and stir in sugar until dissolved.
- Mix ginger syrup with lime juice in a pitcher; add cold water as desired and chill for at least an hour before serving.
- Serve over ice, garnished with lime slices or mint leaves.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg