Description
A refreshing iced golden ginger drink inspired by Starbucks, perfect for a hot day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) pineapple ginger syrup, homemade or store-bought
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) pineapple juice, fresh preferred
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) coconut milk, unsweetened recommended
- 1 handful ice
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1/4 tsp dried ginger powder (fresh ginger may be substituted but requires straining)
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder (nutmeg may be used as a variation)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large mason jar, add sugar, 1/4 cup pineapple juice, water (amount per original recipe, unspecified exact volume), and ginger (amount unspecified for fresh ginger in original content). Microwave the mixture for 5 minutes until it reaches a rolling boil. Stir well to combine. Monitor the jar to prevent overflow from boiling.
- Step 2: Place the jar with the hot mixture in the refrigerator. Chill for at least 1 hour to cool thoroughly. Skipping this step results in a lukewarm final drink.
- Step 3: When ready to serve, add the chilled mixture to a shaker bottle along with 2 tbsp pineapple ginger syrup, 1 tsp turmeric, 1/4 tsp dried ginger, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 cup pineapple juice, and 3/4 cup coconut milk. Shake vigorously to combine. Shaking with ice first is optional and can help achieve a creamier texture. If the drink separates, shake vigorously for 10 seconds before pouring.
- Step 4: Fill a large glass with a handful of ice. Pour the shaken drink over the ice. For presentation, garnish with a slice of pineapple or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store the iced golden ginger drink in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day. Keep away from sunlight.
- Refrigeration: Use an airtight container and refrigerate the drink for up to 2 days. Shake gently before serving to remix ingredients.
- Freezing: Pour the drink into a freezer-safe container or freezer bag. Freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before use.
- To manage sweetness, reduce pineapple ginger syrup by 1 tablespoon during mixing for a more balanced flavor.
- For a thicker syrup consistency, simmer pineapple ginger syrup an additional 10 minutes before chilling.
- For bolder ginger flavor, add an extra 1/4 teaspoon dried ginger during shaking.
- When separation occurs, shake vigorously for 10 seconds before serving to recombine ingredients properly.
- Use large ice cubes to slow dilution and keep the drink chilled longer.
- Serve with a handful of nuts or a small bowl of trail mix.
- Pair with fresh fruit or whole-grain crackers for a light snack.
- Use as a smoothie base by blending with spinach or frozen berries.
- Add to yogurt for a refreshing breakfast bowl.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of chia seeds or cinnamon. Top with a fresh pineapple slice for color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: Not specified
- Sugar: Not specified
- Sodium: Not specified
- Fat: Not specified
- Saturated Fat: Not specified
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: Not specified
- Fiber: Not specified
- Protein: Not specified
- Cholesterol: Not specified