Ginger Peach Sparkler (Printable Version)
Refreshing bubbly drink with sweet peaches and zesty ginger, perfect for summer occasions
# What You 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
# How-To:
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 Tips:
01 -
- The fresh ginger brings this gentle warmth that balances perfectly with sweet peaches
- It comes together in minutes but looks gorgeous in a glass for company
02 -
- The ginger syrup keeps in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, so you might want to double the batch
- Peach puree can turn brownish if it sits too long, so add the lemon juice right after blending
03 -
- Strain the peach puree through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer a completely smooth texture
- A splash of prosecco or champagne instead of sparkling water transforms this into an elegant cocktail