Ginger Lime Fizz
In short: A spicy, sparkling ginger and lime soda made from ginger syrup, fresh lime juice and cold sparkling water over ice. It takes about 5 min in total and makes 2 servings.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Total
- 5 min
- Servings
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 76 kcal
This fizz tastes like a good ginger beer without the long fermentation. A spoonful of strong ginger syrup, a squeeze of lime and cold sparkling water make a drink that is hot, sweet and sharp in the same sip. Adjust each part to taste, since ginger syrups vary a lot in strength. It works as a mocktail at parties, and many people find it soothing after a big meal.
Instructions
- Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes.
- Divide the ginger syrup and lime juice between the glasses.
- Top each glass with 180 ml (3/4 cup) of cold sparkling water.
- Stir once or twice from the bottom with a long spoon, just enough to mix without losing the fizz.
- Taste and add a little more syrup for sweetness or lime juice for sharpness.
- Add a lime wheel to each glass and serve right away.
Tips
- Make the ginger syrup stronger by grating the ginger instead of slicing it, and simmering it for 15 minutes before straining.
- For a party, mix the syrup and lime juice in a jug and chill it. Pour into glasses over ice and top each one with sparkling water so the drink stays lively.
Questions and answers
Is ginger lime fizz the same as ginger beer?
Not quite. Ginger beer is brewed or carbonated and bottled. This fizz uses ginger syrup and sparkling water, so it is quicker and contains no alcohol.
Where do I get ginger syrup?
Make your own by simmering sliced fresh ginger with sugar and water, or buy a bottle from a supermarket or specialty food shop.
Can I use ginger ale instead?
Yes. Use ginger ale in place of the syrup and sparkling water, then add the lime juice. The drink will be sweeter and milder.
How long does it take to make Ginger Lime Fizz?
About 5 min in total: 5 min of preparation and 0 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Ginger Lime Fizz?
About 76 kcal per serving, with 0 g of protein, 20 g of carbohydrates and 0 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 76 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
