Lemon Ginger Zing Mocktail Recipe

Learn how to make this best homemade Lemon Ginger Zing Mocktail with fresh ingredients and a perfect balance of spice and citrus. This easy alcohol-free drink combines zesty lemon, warming ginger, and honey sweetness for a refreshing non-alcoholic cocktail that's perfect for any occasion.

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

10 mins

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Serves:

1 mocktail

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"><li class="ingredients-single-item">30ml fresh lemon juice</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">15ml honey syrup (equal parts honey and hot water, cooled)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">15ml fresh ginger juice (or 1 tablespoon finely grated ginger, pressed through strainer)</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">200ml sparkling water</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Ice cubes</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 thin slice of lemon for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">1 thin slice of fresh ginger for garnish</li><li class="ingredients-single-item">Sprig of mint for garnish</li></ul>

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Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"><li class="equipment-single-item">Highball glass</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Citrus juicer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Fine mesh strainer</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Bar spoon</li><li class="equipment-single-item">Grater (if making ginger juice from fresh ginger)</li></ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4>Prepare your ginger juice by either using a juicer with fresh ginger root or finely grating about 2-3cm of peeled ginger and pressing it through a fine mesh strainer with the back of a spoon to extract the juice. Fresh ginger juice is more potent than store-bought versions and contains beneficial enzymes that are lost in processing.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4>Make the honey syrup by combining equal parts honey and hot water (15ml each) in a small container, stirring until completely dissolved. Allow to cool before using. This creates a liquid sweetener that integrates more easily into cold drinks than pure honey.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4>Fill your highball glass with ice cubes, leaving about 1cm of space at the top. Using ice that's just been removed from the freezer will keep your mocktail perfectly chilled without excessive dilution.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4>Pour the fresh lemon juice, ginger juice, and honey syrup into the glass. The acidity of the lemon works with the spicy notes of ginger to create a perfect flavor counterbalance.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4>Slowly pour the sparkling water down the side of the glass to minimize bubbling over. This gentle pouring technique preserves more carbonation for a livelier drinking experience.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4>Gently stir the mixture with a bar spoon, making about 3-4 rotations from bottom to top to combine ingredients without losing carbonation. You'll know it's properly mixed when the honey syrup is fully incorporated with no settling at the bottom.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4>Garnish with a thin slice of lemon, a slice of fresh ginger, and a sprig of mint. The mint adds aromatic complexity that complements both the sharp ginger and bright lemon notes, while the ginger slice signals the spicy kick awaiting the drinker.</li><li class="MethodStepper"><h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4>For best enjoyment, serve immediately while the carbonation is at its peak and the ice is just beginning to melt, creating the perfect dilution balance. The first sip should deliver a refreshing citrus note followed by the warming sensation of ginger that builds pleasantly with each subsequent taste.</li></ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Lemon Ginger Zing Mocktail Recipe?

This refreshing mocktail combines fresh lemon juice, honey syrup, ginger juice, sparkling water, and ice, garnished with lemon and ginger slices plus a sprig of mint. All ingredients work together to create the perfect balance of citrusy brightness and warming spice.

How to make Lemon Ginger Zing Mocktail Recipe at home?

Learn how to make Lemon Ginger Zing Mocktail at home by extracting fresh ginger juice, preparing honey syrup, combining these with lemon juice over ice, topping with sparkling water, and garnishing with lemon, ginger and mint. This beginner-friendly process takes just 10 minutes and delivers a perfectly balanced spicy-citrus refreshment.

Can I use ground ginger instead of fresh ginger in this spicy citrus mocktail?

While possible, ground ginger won't deliver the same bright, zingy flavour as fresh ginger juice. If you must substitute, use just ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger mixed with a splash of water, but expect a less vibrant and more earthy flavour profile.

What's the best way to extract fresh ginger juice without a juicer?

Simply grate peeled ginger using a microplane or fine grater, then press the grated pulp through a fine mesh strainer with the back of a spoon. Apply firm pressure to extract maximum juice, yielding about 15ml of potent, fresh ginger essence from a 5cm piece.

How can I adjust the sweetness level in this zesty mocktail?

Easily customize by adjusting the honey syrup proportion. For a sweeter drink, increase to 20-30ml; for a more tangy version, reduce to 10ml or substitute with agave nectar or maple syrup for different flavour dimensions while maintaining the perfect balance with ginger's spiciness.

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