Beverages_nonalcoholic_Honey_Ginger

This is a delicious summertime cooler with definite health benefits. Honey, although still a sugar, is healthier than refined sugar, and there are many health benefits to ginger. One of ginger’s major attributes is it’s anti-inflammatory qualities. All health issues aside, this lemonade is just plain good.

1 cup honey (or to taste)

1 cup water

4 or 5 thin slices of fresh ginger root

1 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

1 quart cold water (or to taste)

Put the honey, 1 cup of water and ginger in a pan and bring to the boil. Reduce to a low simmer and continue to cook, stirring occasionally for about ten minutes. Allow to cool and strain into a pitcher. Add the fresh squeezed lemon juice and a quart of cold water, or to taste. Add a sliced lemon if you wish. Serve over ice in tall glasses. Garnish with a slice of lemon and a straw.

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