Tamarind-Spiced Punch with Citrus and Ginger
A tangy and spicy punch blending tamarind, fresh citrus, and ginger for a refreshing, vibrant drink. This Caribbean-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together tamarind paste, fresh orange juice, fresh lime 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 70 calories and feeds 6, 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
- 3 tbsp tamarind paste
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 2-inch piece ginger root
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 cups sparkling water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 6 orange slices
- 10 fresh mint leaves
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Instructions
- Step 1: Peel and finely grate the 2-inch piece of ginger root to yield about 2 tbsp fresh grated ginger.
- Step 2: In a large pitcher, whisk together 3 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 cup fresh orange juice, 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp honey, and the 2 tbsp grated ginger until the honey and tamarind paste dissolve completely.
- Step 3: Add 4 cups sparkling water and gently stir to combine, preserving the fizz.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups ice cubes, 6 orange slices, and 10 fresh mint leaves to the pitcher.
- Step 5: Stir gently and serve immediately in tall glasses garnished with additional mint leaves if desired.









