We’ll set the scene for you: it’s 1pm, the sun is shining down on your shoulders, and you’re outside enjoying the smell of your freshly cut lawn with all the time in the world. Man, wouldn’t a lemonade go down so well right now?
We’ve got you. Zingy, tangy, fresh and sweet, this ginger lemonade has all the elements you need for a refreshing beverage!
What you need
Small saucepan
Wooden spoon
Citrus juicer
Large pitcher
Glasses for serving
Ingredients
MAKES 1.5L
- 1.5 – 2 cups freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 6-8 large lemons)
- 1 cup (200g) granulated white sugar
- 4cm piece of fresh ginger, cut into chunks
- 1L cold water
- Plenty of ice
- Teeny tiny pinch of salt (optional)
- Optional garnish: lemon slices
Preparation
Step 1
In a small saucepan, combine the ginger, sugar and 1 cup of water over medium heat and stir until the sugar has completely dissolved, creating a simple syrup. Remove the saucepan from the heat and allow to cool completely. Leave the ginger in there until completely cooled, then remove.
Step 2
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, lemon slices, salt (if using) and the remaining cold water. Stir well to combine.
Step 3
Taste the lemonade and adjust the sweetness or tartness to your liking by adding more sugar or more lemon juice, if necessary.
Step 4
Fill glasses with ice and pour the lemonade over the top. Enjoy!
✨ RECIPE NOTES ✨
- Ginger: Not a fan? Strange link for you to click then. But hey, you can definitely use other ingredients to liven up your lemonade, including: mint, berries, kiwi, pomegranate, peach, cucumber. Whatever floats your boat! Experiment with a small batch (maybe one cup), before adding to the whole jug.
- Storage: Can store in the fridge for up to a week.
