Ginger Peach Sparkler (Printable version)
Light, bubbly peach and ginger drink ready in 15 minutes. Perfect for warm weather gatherings.
# What you'll need:
→ Fruit Base
01 - 2 large ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced
02 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
→ Ginger Syrup
03 - 1/4 cup fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1/2 cup water
→ To Serve
06 - 2 cups chilled sparkling water
07 - Ice cubes
08 - Peach slices and fresh mint, for garnish (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a small saucepan, combine ginger, sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. Strain out the ginger slices.
02 - In a blender, puree the peaches with lemon juice until smooth.
03 - In a pitcher, combine the peach puree and 1/4 cup ginger syrup. Stir well.
04 - Fill four glasses with ice. Pour 1/4 of the peach-ginger mixture into each glass.
05 - Top each glass with 1/2 cup sparkling water, stirring gently to combine.
06 - Garnish with peach slices and fresh mint if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The fresh ginger warmth balances perfectly with sweet peaches in a way that feels sophisticated but incredibly simple
- You can make the components ahead and assemble last minute, making it perfect for entertaining without the stress
02 -
- The ginger syrup keeps for weeks in the fridge, so make double and you are halfway to a drink next time guests drop by
- Over blending can actually make the peach puree frothy instead of silky, so pulse until just smooth
03 -
- Room temperature peaches release more juice and blend better than cold ones straight from the fridge
- If the syrup seems too thin after simmering, give it another minute or two