**Kick-start your day with a refreshing and invigorating Ginger Mint Lemonade, a zesty blend of tangy lemons, spicy ginger, and cooling mint, enhanced with an optional kick of cayenne pepper. This thirst-quenching beverage comes in three variations: Original, Spicy, and Virgin. The Original recipe offers a harmonious balance of sweet and sour flavors, while the Spicy version adds a fiery kick that awakens your senses. The Virgin recipe caters to those who prefer a non-alcoholic yet equally flavorful option. Each variation promises a unique taste experience, making this lemonade a versatile drink that caters to various preferences.**
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
GINGER LEMONADE
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories beverage
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the sugar, ginger and lemon peel in a small saucepot. Pour enough water to cover the mixture, about 1 cup. Bring the mixture to a boil and simmer, about 5 minutes. Remove the saucepot from the heat and let sit at least 15 minutes up to a few hours.
- Pour the lemon juice in a pitcher. Add 3 cups water and the sugar mixture and mix to combine. Serve the lemonade over ice.
FRESH MINT AND GINGER LEMONADE
I love the gingery-zing, and the mint flavour that this delicious lemonade has. Very refreshing. 40 minutes passive cooking time is actually steeping time.
Provided by evelynathens
Categories Beverages
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine chopped mint, ginger and honey in medium bowl; add boiling water and allow to steep for 30-40 minutes; strain into 4-cup glass measuring cup, pressing on solids to extract liquid; add lemon juice and enough cold water to measure 4 cups total.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes; add lemonade; garnish with mint leaves and fresh lemon slices.
- Note: If you like to 'tipple' (I know I do:-)), spike this with some vodka!!!
STRAWBERRY-GINGER-MINT LEMONADE
Light, refreshing, mildly sweetened with a kick of flavors for a summer drink for all...or add a little alcohol for an adult-only drink (wink wink)!
Provided by Bratz
Categories Drinks Recipes Lemonade Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place strawberries, mint, lemon juice, 1 cup water, sugar, and ginger into an electric blender and blend well.
- Pour into a pitcher, add 5 cups water, and stir well. Refrigerate or serve immediately over crushed ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 51.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.7 g, Sodium 6.5 mg, Sugar 9.1 g
FRESH MINT AND GINGER LEMONADE
An easy Fresh Mint and Ginger Lemonade ercipe. This distinctive fat-free drink is a great change of pace from coffee or tea.
Categories Non-Alcoholic Ginger Fourth of July Lemon Mint Summer Shower Honey Bon Appétit Drink
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine chopped mint, ginger, and honey in medium bowl. Add boiling water. Let steep 30 minutes. Strain into 4-cup glass measuring cup, pressing on solids to extract liquid. Add lemon juice and enough cold water to measure 4 cups total. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- Fill glasses with ice cubes. Add lemonade. Garnish with mint leaves and lemon slices and serve.
SPIKED GINGER-MINT LEMONADE
Refreshing! And potentially debilitating, so be careful. Pitmaster Furman uses Lawn Dart ginger-lemon liqueur, but Absolut Citron will work.
Provided by Bryan Furman
Categories Bon Appétit Cocktail Drink Drinks Lemon Juice Mint Vodka Ginger Summer
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Syrup:
- Bring mint, ginger, sugar, and 2 cups water to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisking to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat and let sit 1 hour. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring glass or a small bowl; let ginger-mint syrup cool completely. Cover and chill until cold, at least 30 minutes.
- Cocktail:
- Combine vodka, lemon juice, ginger-mint syrup, and 4 cups water in a punch bowl and stir well.
- Ladle spiked lemonade into ice-filled glasses and garnish with lemon wheels and mint leaves.
- Do Ahead
- Syrup can be made 1 month ahead. Keep chilled.
Tips:
- Choose the freshest ginger, mint, and lemons possible for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a juicer, you can grate the ginger and mint and then strain them out of the lemonade.
- Adjust the amount of sugar or honey to taste.
- For a sparkling lemonade, add some club soda or sparkling water.
- Garnish the lemonade with a slice of lemon, a sprig of mint, or both.
Conclusion:
Ginger mint lemonade is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its combination of tart, sweet, and spicy flavors, ginger mint lemonade is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a delicious and healthy drink, give this recipe a try.
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