Here is a delicious drink that can be served as a refreshing cold drink or a cozy hot drink. If you can't find ginger syrup, try your hand at making your own. If you're in a hurry, use lemonade reconstituted from frozen concentrate or a drink mix powder.
Apple Cider with Ginger Lemonade
1 quart lemonade, sweetened to taste (see recipe below)
1 quart apple cider (can use apple juice if you prefer)
1/4 cup ginger syrup or to taste
cinnamon sticks for garnish
Combine all ingredients. Serve chilled or over ice for a cold drink. For a hot drink,warm gently in a slow cooker or in a pot on the stove; serve in mugs with cinnamon sticks for garnish.
Homemade Lemonade
1-1/2 to 2 cups granulated sugar (to taste)
2 cups water
1 cup fresh lemon juice
additional water
Make a simple syrup by combining sugar with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Stir over medium-high heat until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil. Remove from heat.
In a 2 quart pitcher, combine syrup with lemon juice. Stir until well-blended. Add cold water to make 2 quarts. Chill before serving or serve over ice.
(Flavor improves after sitting a few hours.)
