Ginger-Honey Citrus Punch
A warming, zesty blend of fresh ginger, honey, and citrus, with a subtle spice that elevates any gathering. This recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, brings together fresh ginger, honey, orange juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 115 calories and feeds 8, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup, peeled and finely grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 4 cups sparkling water
- 1/4 cup, fresh mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup finely grated fresh ginger, 1/2 cup honey, 1 cup orange juice, 1/2 cup lemon juice, and 1/4 cup lime juice; simmer over medium-low heat for 5 minutes until ginger is fragrant and honey dissolves, stirring constantly.
- Step 2: Remove from heat, let cool to room temperature, then strain into a large pitcher, discarding ginger solids.
- Step 3: Stir in 4 cups sparkling water and 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, then refrigerate for 30 minutes to chill and meld flavors.
- Step 4: Serve over ice in chilled glasses, garnishing each with a lemon slice and a mint sprig.
