Ingredients
Scale
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2 tablespoons fresh ginger (grated)
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1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
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1/3 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
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3 cups water
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Ice cubes
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Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
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In a saucepan, add grated ginger, sugar, and 1 cup of water.
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Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 5–10 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
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Strain the ginger syrup into a pitcher.
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Add fresh lemon juice and remaining water.
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Stir well and taste for sweetness.
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Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices.
Notes
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Adjust ginger amount based on spice preference.
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Chill before serving for best flavor.
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Use honey instead of sugar for a natural option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg