Sparkling Ginger-Lemon Soda

Ingredients

• 2 ounces fresh ginger, peeled and sliced paper thin
• 2 medium lemons, preferably organic, well washed
• ⅓ cup honey, more to taste
• Ice cubes and mint sprigs, for serving

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (14 servings)

    30 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 8 grams carbohydrates; 0 grams dietary fiber; 6 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 1 milligram sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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12 to 16 drinks

Preparation

1. Combine ginger and 2 quarts cold water in a large pot. Cut lemons in half and squeeze into pot, straining out pits. Drop lemon halves into pot and bring to a boil. Turn off heat, cover and let steep 30 minutes. Stir in honey, then taste for sweetness, adding more to taste. Strain mixture into a container and discard solids. Let cool to room temperature, then chill until very cold.
2. Working in small batches, pour cold mixture into the bottle of a carbonator, filling it not more than 1/3 full (this will give the mixture room to foam). Charge with CO2 until very fizzy, waiting between charges for foam to subside completely. (This can take up to 2 minutes, so be patient.)
3. Very slowly, as if opening a bottle of soda, release the bottle from the carbonator. Serve immediately, or cover tightly and chill. (Extra soda mixture can be refrigerated for up to a week, and can be served carbonated or flat.) To serve, pour over ice and top with a mint sprig. If desired, add a slug of rum to each glass.

• Using a home carbonator to make anything but sparkling water may void the manufacturer’s warranty. Exercise caution, especially when removing bottles.