Honey Ginger Lemonade
This Honey Ginger Lemonade is the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy—a deliciously refreshing drink that’s great for any time of year! Made with just a few simple ingredients, this homemade lemonade is packed with flavor and natural goodness. The ginger adds a warming kick, while honey brings a touch of sweetness, making it a healthier alternative to store-bought lemonades.
Here’s What You'll Need
- lemons – I prefer to use Meyer lemons when making lemonade because they are sweeter than typical lemons and aren’t as tart, but any lemons will work in this! Please do not use bottled lemon juice which has such a bitter taste, fresh is always best!
- honey – I love adding honey to my beverages because it adds the perfect amount of natural sweetness without the need of any refined sugar. You could also substitute the honey with maple syrup if you’re vegan (or just prefer the taste!)
- ginger – this adds a fun little zip to this drink while also adding great health benefits! Make sure to use (and peel) fresh ginger root rather than ground ginger, you just won’t get that robust ginger flavor.
- fresh mint – this is totally optional, but I really just love the flavor of this lemonade with the fresh mint!
How to Make Honey Ginger Lemonade
1.Boil the water. To make the honey ginger simple syrup you’ll first want to start off boiling one cup of water in a small pot or you can use a tea kettle to bring water to a boil. Once the water is boiling, add the honey and fresh ginger slices to the water and let that steep for about 20 minutes. For even more ginger flavor, you could grate the ginger and add that to the boiling water rather than slicing it, but both ways produce delicious ginger flavor!
2.Juice your lemons. While the honey and ginger are steeping in boiling water, slice all your lemons and start juicing them until you get 1 1/2 cups.
3.Strain out the ginger. Using a mesh strainer, pour the honey ginger syrup through it to strain out the chunks of ginger and refrigerate until ready to use.
4.Make a pitcher. Add the lemon juice, 4 cups of water and the honey ginger syrup in a large pitcher, mixing well. Serve immediately over ice or refrigerate until ready to serve. SO easy and deliciously refreshing!
Tips & Variations
- Adjust sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter lemonade, add more honey to taste.
- Sparkling option: Swap still water for sparkling water for a fizzy twist.
- Extra zing: Add a pinch of turmeric or cayenne for an extra health boost.
This Honey Ginger Lemonade is not only delicious but also great for digestion and immunity. It’s the perfect drink to enjoy on a hot day or when you need a little pick-me-up!
