Haymaker's Ginger Switchel
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From EatingWell: July/August 2008This ginger punch is flavored with lemon juice and sweetened with honey and molasses for a refreshing drink that quenches even the fiercest summer thirst.
8 servings | Active Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 2 1/2 hours (including chilling time)
Ingredients
- 9 cups water, divided
- 1/4 cup minced fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup honey, or pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 3/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- Fresh berries, mint sprigs or lemon slices for garnish
Preparation
- Combine 3 cups water with ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Boil for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, cover and let infuse for 15 minutes.
- Strain the ginger-infused water into a pitcher, pressing on the ginger solids to extract all the liquid. Add honey (or maple syrup) and molasses; stir until dissolved. Stir in lemon juice, vinegar and the remaining 6 cups water. Chill until very cold, at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Stir the punch and serve in tall glasses over ice cubes. Garnish with berries, mint sprigs or lemon slices, if desired.
Nutrition
Per serving : 73 Calories; 0 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 20 g Carbohydrates; 0 g Protein; 0 g Fiber; 13 mg Sodium; 195 mg Potassium
1 Carbohydrate Serving
Exchanges: 1 carbohydrate
Tips & Notes
- Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.