Description
A refreshing and invigorating honey ginger lemonade combining freshly squeezed lemons, zesty ginger, and natural honey, perfect for a revitalizing drink on warm days or whenever you need a bright, flavorful beverage.
Ingredients
Juice & Sweetener
- 10-12 Lemons (freshly squeezed, approximately 2 cups lemon juice)
- 3/4 Cup Honey
Flavor & Liquids
- 1/3 Cup Fresh Ginger (peeled and roughly chopped)
- 2 1/2 Cups Water
- Ice (to taste)
Garnish
- Fresh Basil Leaves
Instructions
- Prepare Lemonade Ingredients: Start by freshly squeezing 10-12 lemons to obtain about 2 cups of lemon juice. Peel and roughly chop 1/3 cup of fresh ginger. Measure out 3/4 cup of honey to use as your natural sweetener.
- Combine in Blender: Add the lemon juice, chopped ginger, and honey directly into a blender. These core ingredients will create the flavorful base for your lemonade.
- Blend Thoroughly: Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes smooth and frothy, which should take approximately one minute. This step ensures the ginger is finely incorporated and the honey dissolves well.
- Taste and Adjust Sweetness: After blending, taste the lemonade. If you prefer it sweeter, add extra honey to your liking and blend again to fully integrate the sweetness.
- Mix with Water and Ice: Pour 2 1/2 cups of water and ice into a large pitcher. Then add the blended lemon-ginger mixture to the pitcher. Use a wooden spoon to gently stir and combine everything evenly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the lemonade with fresh basil leaves for a fragrant and visually appealing touch. Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing honey ginger lemonade.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of honey according to your sweetness preference.
- Fresh ginger adds a spicy kick; for milder flavor, reduce the ginger quantity.
- Using freshly squeezed lemons provides the best flavor, but bottled lemon juice can be used in a pinch.
- For an extra refreshing twist, add sparkling water instead of still water.
- This lemonade is best served immediately but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
