Ginger and lime come together in this satisfying and refreshing Ginger Limeade. It’s not too sweet, and perfectly refreshing.
There is nothing more refreshing than a delicious, refreshing citrus drink! If you want even more than this Ginger Limeade, try this Cucumber Limeade or this Mint and Basil Lemonade.
This recipe actually has a fun history behind it. I first started making it when I was pregnant with my third child. I had some lingering sickness – not full on morning sickness, but just an overall feeling of not feeling great.
And what is good for nausea? Ginger!
I’m a ginger fan anyway, but if ginger is needed, this is definitely a delicious way to take it in. I honestly can’t remember if it helped or not, but I sure did enjoy my ginger limeade!
Ingredients
- Ginger: You need fresh ginger for this recipe. Ground ginger will not work the same.
- Water: This is to make the simple syrup. Just regular water is all you need.
- Sugar: This is to sweeten the simple syrup.
- Lime Juice: Again, you’ll want fresh lime juice, not bottled.
- Seltzer Water: I like to make this a sparkling drink, but you could always sub in regular water for a flat version. Or a lemon-lime soda for a sweeter version.
How to Make Ginger Limeade
PHOTO 1: Start by preparing your ginger. Peel the ginger, then cut it into coins.
PHOTO 2: Combine the water and the sugar in a small sauce pan. Then add your ginger coins. Bring this to a boil, then reduce the heat until the sugar is melted. This doesn’t take long.
PHOTO 3: Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lime juice. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes to steep.
PHOTO 4: Pour the liquid through a strainer into a jar or container. You can discard the ginger. Your simple syrup now just needs to chill, so place it in the refrigerator.
PHOTO 5: When you are ready to make your drink, place some ice in a glass, then add about 4 tablespoons of the simple syrup. You can add more or less, depending on how strong you want it.
PHOTO 6: Fill the rest of the glass with the seltzer water – about 7 ounces. Give it all a gentle stir, then serve!
Tips and Tricks
The simple syrup for the ginger limeade is a great thing to make ahead and keep on hand. It will last 2-4 weeks if stored in the refrigerator, so it’s easy to whip up a drink whenever the craving hits!
To really intensify the ginger flavor, you can leave a few of the ginger coins in with the simple syrup. But only do this if you really want the ginger to come through.
You should have enough simple syrup to make 5 drinks if you use 4 tablespoons of the syrup for each drink. You can easily double or triple this recipe, though.
More Refreshing Beverages
Virgin Frozen Margaritas
Blackberry Lime Soda
Cranberry Spritzer
Homemade Slurpee
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Ginger Limeade
Ingredients
- 3 oz. fresh ginger
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 34 oz Seltzer Water
Instructions
- Peel the ginger, then cut into coins.
- To a small saucepan, add the water, sugar, and ginger coins. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and cook until the sugar is dissolved.
- Remove the pan fro the heat and add the lime juice. Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to steep and combine.
- Once the mixture has steeped, strain into a jar with a lid or a lidded container. Refrigerate until completely cold.
- To serve, add ice to 5 glasses. Add about 1/4 cup of the syrup to each glass, then top with about 7 ounces of seltzer water each. Stir gently. Serve with additional lime slices, if desired.
Kristy says
Oh Deborah, I feel your pain. I’ve been there. I’m glad you’re having fun whipping up ginger recipes. This one sounds great! I’ll be sending you no-nausea vibes!
Becky at Vintage Mixer says
You and I have similar taste in drinks!! I would love this on a hot summer evening!
Feel better soon!
Chung-Ah | Damn Delicious says
Hope you feel better! And what an awesome drink. It looks incredibly refreshing, and it just screams summer!
Tara @ The Butter Dish says
Deb,
Have you asked your doctor about it? When I had sickness that bad with my middle son, (it was nearly debilitating) she gave me a shot in the butt with something and I never got sick again the whole pregnancy. Never even a bout of nausea. Was amazing!!
You’re half way there girl. Feel better.
Jennifer | Mother Thyme says
This is my kind of drink! Looks so refreshing. Sorry to hear you have been so sick. That’s no fun but will be worth it in the end! 🙂
Joanne says
I’m leary of taking meds also and I’m not even pregnant! When I eventually am…forget it. I won’t take anything I don’t absolutely have to. Ginger is, to this day, my favorite anti-emetic (anti-nausea med). LOVE these!
Carrie @ Bakeaholic Mama says
My 3rd pregnancy was by far the worst. 27-28 weeks of throwing up and major weight loss. A drink like this would have been my saving grace if I had thought to make one! Hang in there you may wake up any day now and it will be gone!
Monet says
Ah! I just love how you are “remembering” this pregnancy. But I’m sorry you aren’t feeling well. I have a bunch of pregnant friends right now and I’m going to send them this recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Karly says
Aw, sorry you’re still not feeling well! That is no fun at all.
KissTheChef says
After the pregnancy, and for all those not pregnant now, this morphs into a great margarita with added alcohol. Add ginger liquour (I use Canton) and tequila for a great drink. You can also just add the Canton and lime vodka if tequila isn’t your thing…. Enjoy..
Bev @ Bev Cooks says
Boo on feeling so ishy.
Yay for little guy!
and UM YES for this drink.
Colleen @ What's Baking in the Barbershop?! says
I’m sorry to hear you’re still not feeling well. You are amazing to do everything you do with the blog, your family, etc.!! This spritzer drink looks like the perfect summer, refreshing drink. Hope you feel better soon!
Rosa says
Get well soon!
Rosa says
So refreshing and delicious! A great summer drink.
Cheers,
Rosa
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
So sorry you are so sick. It’s pervasive, debilatating, and I feel bad for you…I have no idea how you’re taking care of 2 kids in your state. Or blogging!
Katrina says
Mmm so great for summer!