Ginger Limeade
By Amy Traverso|Jul 14 2014|
The combination of ginger, lime, and mint isn’t just for cocktails—this simple ginger limeade punch is a great cooler. If you want a little more oomph, add a splash of rum.
Yield
8 servings
Total Time
15 minutes minutesHands-on Time
15 minutes minutes
Ingredients
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups plus 6 cups water
Juice of 8 limes
Freshly grated zest of 3 limes
2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
20 fresh mint leaves
Garnish: Mint leaves and lime wedges
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and 2 cups water. Set over medium-high heat and bring to a simmer. Cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat and cool 5 minutes.
Pour the sugar water into a pitcher and add the lime juice, lime zest, ginger, and mint. Stir with a wooden spoon, pressing on the mint leaves to release their flavor. Let sit for 10 minutes.
Pour the lime mixture through a strainer and into a thermos or serving pitcher. Add the remaining 6 cups of water and taste. Add more sugar, if you like. Garnish with mint and lime wedges.
Can you use the leaves of ginger plant for hot tea?
Are the ginger leaves safe to consume?