Vegan Ginger Soft Drink
Refresh and invigorate your senses with this Vegan Ginger Soft Drink, a zesty homemade beverage that’s as delightful as it is easy to prepare! Featuring the bold warmth of fresh ginger, balanced with tangy lemon juice and subtly sweet maple syrup, this drink is the perfect all-natural alternative to store-bought sodas. Simmered to create a fragrant ginger infusion and topped with bubbly sparkling water, it offers a refreshing, fizzy kick that’s ideal for any occasion. Ready in just 30 minutes and garnished with fresh mint and lemon slices for an extra touch of elegance, this vegan-friendly soft drink is an excellent choice for those seeking a healthier, flavor-packed refreshment. Perfect for picnics, gatherings, or a casual afternoon treat, this guilt-free beverage is sure to become your go-to recipe for satisfying your fizzy drink cravings!
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Ingredients
- 50 grams Fresh ginger root
- 750 milliliters Water
- 60 milliliters Lemon juice
- 60 milliliters Maple syrup
- 500 milliliters Sparkling water
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 sprig Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 2 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and thinly slice the fresh ginger root.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Once the water boils, add the sliced ginger to the saucepan. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes to create a ginger infusion.
Step 4
Strain the ginger infusion through a fine mesh strainer into a heatproof bowl or pitcher, discarding the ginger solids.
Step 5
Allow the ginger infusion to cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.
Step 6
Once cooled, stir in the lemon juice and maple syrup until fully combined.
Step 7
Fill a serving glass with ice cubes, then pour in equal parts ginger-lemon mixture and sparkling water. Stir gently to combine.
Step 8
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1681.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 256.7 |
| Total Fat 0.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 65.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 67.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 55.8g | |
| Protein 1.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 81.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 293.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories