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Lemon Ginger Spritzers with Fresh Mint

Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 2 spritzers
Author: Sarah Rotavera

Ingredients

For the Spritzers

  • 1 pint sparkling water
  • 4 tablespoons ginger syrup see recipe below
  • juice of 1 large lemon
  • 1 handful fresh mint
  • crushed ice

For the ginger syrup

  • 1 tablespoon about 1-inch minced fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons agave nectar or honey
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  • Make the ginger syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the fresh ginger, agave, and water. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 35 minutes. Careful not to cook at too high of a temperature or the ginger will burn. Set aside to cool.
  • Make the spritzers: Fill two 16-ounce glasses with ice. Add 2 tablespoons of ginger syrup in each and juice of 1/2 lemon in each. Distribute fresh mint evenly and fill each glass with sparkling water. Serve immediately and enjoy!