Ginger-Lemon Carbonated Infusion

Name: Ginger-Lemon Carbonated Infusion
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 2 inches, peeled and thinly sliced Fresh ginger; 1, thinly sliced Lemon; 1 cup Water; 1/4 cup Sugar; 2 tbsp Lemon juice; 4 cups Sparkling water; 1 cup Ice

A zesty drink where fresh ginger and lemon slowly infuse into sparkling water. Sip to absorb the bright, complex flavors.

Cuisine: General

Category: Cocktails & Drinks

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 35 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

2 inches, peeled and thinly sliced Fresh ginger
1, thinly sliced Lemon
1 cup Water
1/4 cup Sugar
2 tbsp Lemon juice
4 cups Sparkling water
1 cup Ice

Instructions

Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 2 inches peeled and thinly sliced fresh ginger, 1 thinly sliced lemon, 1 cup water, and 1/4 cup sugar. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves, for 5 minutes.
Step 2: Remove from heat and let steep for 30 minutes. Strain the ginger-lemon syrup into a bowl, discarding the solids.
Step 3: Stir 2 tbsp lemon juice into the strained syrup, then add 4 cups sparkling water. Pour over 1 cup ice in a glass and serve immediately.