Honey Ginger Syrup with Lemon
A warm and inviting syrup made with honey, fresh ginger, and lemon, perfect for soothing sore throats and enhancing various dishes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup Honey Use raw honey for great flavor and health benefits.
- 2-3 inches Fresh Ginger Peel and slice into thin pieces. Fresh ginger is recommended for the best flavor.
- ½ cup Fresh Lemon Juice Juice from about 2-3 medium-sized lemons. Avoid bottled lemon juice.
- 1 cup Water Plain water to dissolve the honey.
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel and slice about 2-3 inches of fresh ginger root into thin slices.
- Juice around 2-3 medium-sized lemons to yield about ½ cup of juice.
Cooking
- In a small saucepan, combine the sliced ginger, honey, lemon juice, and water. Mix gently.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the honey dissolves completely. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Once at a simmer, reduce heat and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes for the flavors to meld.
- Remove the syrup from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture to separate the ginger slices from the syrup.
Storage
- Transfer the syrup into a clean glass jar or bottle and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Notes
Use high-quality ingredients and take your time during the simmering process to allow the flavors to unify.