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Fresh Ginger Lemonade

I like this drink with lots of ginger so I use the larger amount indicated, but feel free to use either. If you think you'd like it less-sweet (although I don't find this too sweet), you could reduce the sugar to 1/3 cup (65g.) If you wish to use a liquid sweetener, such as maple syrup, honey, or agave nectar in place of the sugar, I'd try starting off using 1/3 cup then tasting it, adding more if you wish. If using Meyer Lemons, you'll likely want to use the lower amount of sugar as they are naturally sweeter.

Servings: 1 quart (1l), about 4 servings
Course: Drinks , Others

Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 ounces (55-85g) fresh ginger (no need to peel)
  • 2 zest of two lemons removed with a vegetable peeler
  • 3 cups (750ml) water
  • 1/2 cup (100g) sugar
  • 1 cup (250ml) freshly-squeezed lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Cut the ginger into thin slices. In a small saucepan, bring the water, sugar, ginger slices, and lemon strips to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat and cover. Steep for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  3. Strain the ginger and lemon pieces from the sugar syrup and mix the ginger-infused syrup with the fresh lemon juice in a pitcher. Chill thoroughly. Serve with plenty of ice.