Peach Ginger Lemonade for Summer Spiced
A refreshingly spiced summer drink that combines sweet, ripe peaches with zesty fresh ginger and tart lemon for a perfectly balanced, non-alcoholic beverage. It's an aromatic, vibrant alternative to plain lemonade, ideal for hot days and gatherings.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 cup water divided
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 inch fresh ginger peeled and thinly sliced
- 4 medium ripe peaches pitted and roughly chopped (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice from about 6-8 lemons
- 2 cup cold water or sparkling water for fizz
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
- ice for serving
- fresh peach slices and lemon rounds for garnish
Notes
Storage: Keep refrigerated in a sealed pitcher for up to 3 days. Shake or stir before serving as separation may occur. Make-ahead: Prepare the ginger syrup and peach puree up to 2 days ahead; combine with remaining ingredients just before serving. Substitutions: Use honey or maple syrup instead of sugar for a different sweetness; frozen peaches work well when fresh aren't available. For a fizzy version, replace the cold water with sparkling water or club soda just before serving.