Lemonade

Name: Pineapple-Ginger-Zing-Lemonade
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 cup, juiced Fresh pineapple; 1/4 cup Honey; 1/2 cup, grated Fresh ginger; 2 cups Water; 1/4 cup Lemon juice

pineapple ginger zing lemonade

By:

Savory Touch

Published:

25 Apr 2025

This recipe is more than just a drink; it’s a little slice of sunshine in a glass. Imagine yourself on a hot summer day, sipping something exotic and delicious. This Pineapple Ginger Zing Lemonade is exactly that, a vibrant blend of sweet pineapple, spicy ginger, and zesty lemon, all perfectly balanced to tantalize your taste buds. Honestly, it's one of my favorite summer drinks, and I'm really happy to share it with you! I got the idea from a fabulous little cafe in Bali. They served it in these cute little coconut cups, which was just adorable. I almost forgot the ginger—oops.

Close-up of a glass of Pineapple Ginger Zing Lemonade with ice and garnish

Making this lemonade is ridiculously easy—even a clumsy cook like me can pull it off. I've made this a bunch of times, both for parties and just for myself (let's be honest, mostly for myself) with equally fantastic results every single time. It's incredibly versatile, too—you can easily adjust the amount of ginger or honey to suit your preferences. So go ahead, experiment and find your perfect balance. You might even find yourself, like I did, making up fun little variations to make this unique!

Person holding and drinking Pineapple Ginger Zing Lemonade outdoors

But the real beauty of this recipe lies in its adaptability. What other fruits do you love to use? I'm keen to find out what works best for you. In fact, try adding a little mango, which pairs perfectly with pineapple and ginger, or even some orange zest for an extra zesty punch. What I'm saying is, feel free to get creative!

Various garnishes for Pineapple Ginger Zing Lemonade: pineapple, mint, ginger

Required Equipments

Measuring cups and spoons
Large saucepan
Blender or immersion blender
Fine-mesh strainer
Pitcher or dispenser
Ice cubes

Pineapple Ginger Zing Lemonade

This Pineapple Ginger Zing Lemonade is a refreshing and flavorful drink that’s perfect for a hot summer day. It’s easy to make, customizable to your taste, and guaranteed to impress your friends and family.

⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 2 servings

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 1 minutes

Total Time: 12 minutes

📖 Instructions

First, gather your ingredients. Make sure your pineapple is ripe and juicy—that's key to a great-tasting lemonade. And, don't forget a good quality honey!
Next, peel and chop the fresh pineapple into chunks, removing the core. The amount depends on the serving size – refer to the ingredients list below.
Now, it's time to extract the pineapple juice. A blender works wonders, or you can finely dice the pineapple for juicing. If you are impatient, some of the chunks can remain but will create less juice.
Once you've extracted as much juice as possible, measure it to have the proper amount, add honey and mix to dissolve it.
After getting the juice, peel and grate or finely mince about 1/2 cup of fresh ginger (for a 1X serving). Again, adjust based on serving size and your ginger preferences.
Combine the pineapple juice, ginger, and water in a saucepan. Gently heat it over medium heat, just until it is warm but not boiling—we don't want to cook out the lovely pineapple and ginger flavors.
Remove from heat and let the mixture steep for about 15-20 minutes. This allows the ginger to infuse beautifully into the pineapple juice.
After steeping, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the ginger pieces and any pulp. You want a nice smooth lemonade!
Once strained, allow to cool slightly. Then add the lemon juice, stirring gently to combine. Now it should be room temperature or close to it.
Stir the mixture well to make sure everythin is well mixed.
Finally, pour your Pineapple Ginger Zing Lemonade into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with fresh pineapple wedges, mint sprigs, or a few more thin ginger slices, if you're feeling fancy.
And there you have it! Enjoy your homemade Pineapple Ginger Zing Lemonade—so much more flavorful and refreshing than store-bought varieties, right?

📝 Notes

Taste and adjust sweetness as needed. If you prefer a stronger ginger flavor, add more. A very good tip, seriously!
For a smoother lemonade, use a blender to blend the pineapple, ginger, honey, and water first. Then, filter to remove pulp.
Feel free to experiment with different garnishes. Mint, lime wedges, or even a few edible flowers look lovely!