Ginger Turmeric Lemonade

A Refreshing Glass of Lemonade

Homemade lemonade is always delicious, but this ginger turmeric lemonade is an absolute hit! It’s as refreshing as a classic lemonade, but has a subtle, warming flavor from the ginger and turmeric roots infused into the drink. The flavors mean this drink is just as refreshing on a warm summer day as it would be on a cool night. Enjoy a big glass of this lemonade over ice and you’re guaranteed to have a delicious time!

The Supplies

Ingredients

To make this ginger turmeric lemonade, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• Turmeric root, peeled and halved
• Ginger root, peeled and halved
• Water
• Granulated sugar
• Lemon juice
• Honey

For the exact ingredient amounts, check out the recipe card at the bottom of this page.

Equipment

In order to make this ginger turmeric lemonade, you’ll need the following pieces of equipment:

• Medium Saucepan
• Sieve or colander
• Large pitcher or glass container

Frequent Questions

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

• A: Absolutely! This lemonade is a perfect recipe to make ahead of time and store in the refrigerator. It will last for 3 days in the refrigerator. 

Can I make the ginger turmeric sweetener ahead of time?

• A: Yes! Prepare the sweetener and store it in an air-tight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Ginger Turmeric Lemonade Recipe Tips

When making this ginger turmeric lemonade, here are a few tips to make sure it’s delicious:

• If you have the patience, freshly squeezed lemons are always better than the pre-bought lemon juice. It will absolutely take longer, but the flavor will be fresher and so worth it! Just be sure to buy plenty of lemons.
• Can’t find fresh turmeric or ginger root? Ask your grocer if they’re able to supply it or look for a local Asian market as they’ll usually have them in stock.
• A lemon slice and a sprig of food-safe chamomile would be a beautiful garnish for this drink!

Recipe Details

Make the Ginger and Turmeric Sweetener

The first step to make a batch of ginger turmeric lemonade is to make the sweetener. To make the sweetener, pour the water, granulated sugar, peeled ginger, and peeled turmeric into a medium saucepan. Heat the saucepan over medium-high heat and warm the water. Stir it often, until the sugar dissolves completely. Usually, this takes about 10 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let the spices steep for another 5 minutes.

Make the Ginger Turmeric Lemonade

Strain the ginger and turmeric sweetener into a heat-proof container, discarding the ginger and turmeric root. Into a large pitcher, add the lemon juice, 4 cups water, the honey, and the ginger turmeric sweetener. Stir to combine everything together and serve the lemonade over ice. Enjoy with a loaded veggie and cheese sandwich!

If you make this ginger turmeric lemonade, be sure to leave a comment or give this recipe a rating – I can’t wait to hear how it goes. As always, tag me on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook in your photos. It makes me feel like we’re getting to cook together!

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Ginger Turmeric Lemonade

Author: Laura Wilkins Cooking Method: Simmered Courses: Drinks

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 10 mins Rest Time 1 hr Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Servings: 8

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary:

D Dairy Free G Gluten Free N Nut Free V Vegetarian

Description

Refreshing, homemade lemonade infused with the warming flavor of ginger and turmeric root and sweetened with honey.

Ingredients

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• 2 inches turmeric root, peeled and halved
• 3 inches ginger root, peeled and halved
• 6 cups water, divided
• ¹⁄₂ cups granulated sugar
• 2 cups lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

Make the Ginger and Turmeric Sweetener

1. Pour 2 cups of water, the granulated sugar, peeled ginger, and peeled turmeric into a medium saucepan.

2. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir the liquid often, until the sugar dissolves completely, about 10 minutes. 

3. Remove the pan from the heat and let the spices steep for another 5 minutes.

4. Strain the sweetener into a heat proof container. Discard the ginger and turmeric root. Let the sweetener cool completely.

Make the Ginger Turmeric Lemonade

1. In a large pitcher, pour the lemon juice. Mix with 4 cups water, honey, and the ginger turmeric sweetener. Stir to combine.

2. Store the lemonade in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Serve over ice and enjoy!

Note

The flowers used as garnish for the photos in this post are not recommended for consumption. If looking for a garnish, confirm the florals are food safe.