Hot Garlic Ginger Lemonade

Published: Sep 16, 2018 · Modified: Aug 20, 2019 by Emily Criswell · I may receive commissions from purchases made through links in this article · 59 Comments

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Hot Garlic Ginger Lemonade ... a wonderful, warming, natural remedy that helps support the immune system. Perfect drink for the colder months.

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This is one of my favorite go-to natural remedies anytime I start to feel a little run down or like I am getting sick.

It’s a wonderful immune boosting drinkthat's great to drink anytime you need a little immune system support, especially during the colder months.

Don’t let the garlic throw you off! This drink is really delicious and soothing. Yes, it does taste good!

The stars of this nourishing drink, known for immune boosting:

Lemon: Cleansing, great for immune support, high in vitamin C, soothes irritatedthroats.
Garlic: Naturally antimicrobial, both antiviral and antibacterial, great for supporting the immune system and more.
Ginger: Known for helping support the digestive and immune system (use with caution if pregnant, consult with your health care practitioner).
Astragalus Root: Supports the immune system.
Cinnamon: Known for havingmedicinal properties, it’s warming effect and aids in digestion. It’s also sweet and spicy and has a lovely flavor.

Yield: 4 cups

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Hot Garlic Ginger Lemonade ... a wonderful, warming, natural remedy that helps support the immune system. Perfect drink for the colder months.

Ingredients

3-4 fresh garlic cloves - chopped, grated or minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger - peel, then grate or mince
3 pieces dried astragalus root - optional
2 teaspoons cinnamon chips or 1 small cinnamon stick - optional
4 cups boiling filtered water
1 organic lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons honey or organic maple syrup grade B

Instructions

Prep garlic and ginger – peel, chop/grate.
Boil water in sauce pan or tea kettle.
In a quart-size mason jar or heat-proof glass container, add chopped garlic, grated ginger, astragalus root and optional cinnamon chips. CAREFULLY pour boiling water into the mason jar. COVER with lid and steep for 30 minutes.
Strain with a fine mesh strainer into another mason jar or glass container.
Add the juice of 1 lemon and sweetener of choice to the garlic-ginger mixture.
Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for later. Serve hot.

Notes

Equipment:Medium-Size Saucepan w/ Lid or Tea Kettle,Quart-Size Mason Jarwith Lid or Quart-Size Glass Container/Measuring Cup x 2,Fine Mesh Strainer

Dosage:Drink 1-4 cups daily when needed.

Tip: Whenever I buy ginger, I peel the whole thing and store it in the freezer for longer shelf life.It is also SO much easier to grate when it's frozen.

Recipe inspired by my midwives andAviva Romm MD'sGarlic Lemonade recipes.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 143Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 37mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 0gSugar: 14gProtein: 8g

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Allison at Novice Life
January 31, 2012 at 1:34 pm

Ohh this sounds great! I will have to give it a try. I do freeze my ginger too, but never thought about peeling the whole thing first 😉
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- Emily Sunwell
  January 31, 2012 at 4:20 pm
  
  Hi Allison! I hope you love it, I like to drink it sometimes when I'm just really run down for an extra boost. I find that peeling the ginger first really helps, and I love how easy it is to grate when it's frozen 🙂
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Laura
January 31, 2012 at 9:22 pm

This is such a fabulous immune boosting drink! I would love for you to share it tomorrow on Allergy Free Wednesdays if you get a chance: http://www.glutenfreepantry.blogspot.com/p/allergy-free-wednesdays.html
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- Emily Sunwell
  January 31, 2012 at 9:39 pm
  
  Thank you Laura! I will 🙂
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Laura
February 02, 2012 at 9:18 pm

Thank you so much for sharing your great recipe on Allergy-Free Wednesdays! Be sure to check back next week for recipe highlights (including the top 3 reader choice submissions and hostess favorites).
Be Well!
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- Emily Sunwell
  February 02, 2012 at 9:38 pm
  
  Thanks Laura 🙂
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The Humbled Homemaker
February 06, 2012 at 4:13 pm

Very unique concept! Thanks for sharing w/ Healthy 2Day Wednesday! Hope to see you back next week!
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- Emily Sunwell
  February 06, 2012 at 4:41 pm
  
  Thanks 🙂
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Nicole Hitchco*ck
February 06, 2012 at 7:02 pm

Love this recipe! I don't think many people appreciate astragalus or use it correctly during illness. It's also nice to see it so well paired for a delicious wellness treat! Great job!
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- Emily Sunwell
  February 06, 2012 at 8:10 pm
  
  Thank you! 🙂
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Kristi
February 07, 2012 at 10:31 pm

This is a fantastic recipe and would be great for pregnancy and breastfeeding!!! Would you be willing to post this to my blog carnival, superfood sunday?
http://www.painfreepregnancy.org/2012/02/superfood-sunday-blog-carnival-february.html
Thanks!!!
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- Emily Sunwell
  February 07, 2012 at 11:52 pm
  
  Sure, thanks for letting me know. 🙂
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Claudia
February 09, 2012 at 8:37 pm

This is just what the Dr. ordered right now. And great tip about peeling the ginger before freezing. Thanks.
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- Emily Sunwell
  February 09, 2012 at 8:51 pm
  
  Glad it can be helpful to you, seems that so many people are sick right now. I love the ginger tip too, it's so helpful. Take care 🙂
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The 21st Century Housewife©
February 13, 2012 at 5:44 pm

Your Hot Garlic Ginger Lemonade sounds really comforting, and just the thing to fight off a cold! I have never heard of Astralagus root before, and I am not sure if I can source it in the UK, but even without it I think this sounds like a great healing drink.
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- Emily Sunwell
  February 13, 2012 at 5:55 pm
  
  You can leave the Astragalus root out, it will still be potent and nourishing. I order mine online from Mountain Rose Herbs.
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Alea Milham
February 14, 2012 at 2:03 am

Perfect timing! I am struggling with a cold and sore throat now. It really is a tasty way to combat a cold. Thanks for sharing this.
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- Emily Sunwell
  February 14, 2012 at 2:07 am
  
  I hope you feel better soon Alea! Take care. And thanks for hosting.
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CJ @ Morsels of Life
February 17, 2012 at 1:50 am

Sounds good, and all materials I usually keep around (except the astragalus) too! 🙂
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- Emily Sunwell
  February 17, 2012 at 3:20 am
  
  🙂 hope you enjoy it.
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Anna
December 04, 2014 at 11:27 am

Waaw, this is right up my street. I love ginger and garlic and I would have never thought of using them in a lemonade. Great idea and I am going to make some right now. It is great, especially now the winter is here and we all need to boost our immune system.
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  December 04, 2014 at 1:27 pm
  
  Thanks Anna, it's awesome stuff.
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Renee Kohley
December 04, 2014 at 11:32 am

Oh man. I need this right now as I am healing from a cold. Wanna come make it for me?! 😀
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  December 04, 2014 at 1:26 pm
  
  You know I would in a heartbeat if we lived closer. Feel better soon xo
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Erin Smith
December 04, 2014 at 12:04 pm

I usually make a ginger honey tea and this recipe is like that but on steroids! Thanks for sharing this I'll have to keep it in my arsenal of home remedies.
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  December 04, 2014 at 1:26 pm
  
  LOL I love what you wrote! 🙂 Thanks!
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Loriel
December 04, 2014 at 1:50 pm

Wow! This sounds like a serious immune booster. Saving it for future use!
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  December 04, 2014 at 4:53 pm
  
  It's a great one 🙂
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linda spiker
December 04, 2014 at 4:01 pm

Unlike many in this thread, I do not have a cold! But if I get one I know what to do!
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  December 04, 2014 at 4:54 pm
  
  I'm so glad you don't have one! 🙂
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Anni
December 04, 2014 at 4:59 pm

I've done something like this before, to stay healthy during the winter. I love ginger!
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  December 07, 2014 at 12:01 pm
  
  I love ginger too 🙂
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Megan Stevens
December 05, 2014 at 8:27 am

We have been doing this all week and love it!! Thanks for the inclusion of astragalus, nice to know how to use it in a food type setting! 🙂
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  December 07, 2014 at 12:02 pm
  
  Awesome! Thanks!
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The Provision Room
December 05, 2014 at 1:08 pm

I feel invigorated just reading the recipe! LOL!!! I adore home remedies like this! So simple and yet so powerful!
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  December 07, 2014 at 12:02 pm
  
  Thanks 🙂
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Andrea Wyckoff
November 13, 2015 at 5:38 pm

This drink sounds awesome!! I am a huge fan of ginger-lemon-honey toddies during cold and flu season, but I have never tried it with garlic! I love this idea! And up until now I was unfamiliar with astragalus, so I am intrigued by that too!
I can't wait to try this soothing drink!
xx
Andrea
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  November 14, 2015 at 9:33 am
  
  Oh you'll love it Andrea! 🙂 The garlic, well - just awesome and the astragalus doesn't have a strong flavor, very mild - so great for boosting the immune system.
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Tessa Simpson
September 17, 2018 at 10:08 am

So many wonderful immune helpers in this tea! I love garlic,but usually just cook with it...always afraid to smell like a walking garlic farm!! LOL!
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Joni Gomes
September 17, 2018 at 1:38 pm

What a great staple recipe. Everyone should know how to make this. Such great health benefits!
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linda spiker
September 17, 2018 at 1:42 pm

This sounds like a wonderful immune booster! I also love that it's warm. I love warm lemon drinks:)
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jennifer
September 17, 2018 at 2:25 pm

Won't lie, the garlic did throw me off -- however, when I though about it, I have a soup recipe I love that is garlicky, lemony and gingery . . . so really what's the difference! I'm going to try it, thanks!
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Jean
September 17, 2018 at 5:59 pm

What a great recipe! I make something similar when I feel like I'm coming down with something, and I always feel better afterwards. I need to try out astragalus root!
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Melissa Schollaert
September 17, 2018 at 7:54 pm

Aren't you sneaky with the garlic?! Love this one Emily!
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Megan Stevens
September 18, 2018 at 5:39 pm

I love love love this recipe!! So creative and appealing! Pinned! (I almost look forward to getting sick so I can have this LOL!)
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Irena Macri
September 20, 2018 at 7:52 am

I love the powerful ingredients in this and the addition of garlic, too. I am definitely going to be needing this recipe this winter!
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Annemarie
September 20, 2018 at 10:04 am

This is so intriguing! I love how many nourishing ingredients are squeezed into this drink. Perfect way to ward off colds!
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Katja Heino
September 20, 2018 at 10:18 am

Ginger is such an ally for me, especially in the winter. This lemonade sounds so good and healing. Great recipe for the cold and flu arsenal.
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Karen @ Seasonal Cravings
September 20, 2018 at 10:26 am

I need to make this ASAP. As soon as the kids started back to school they were bringing home nasty germs to mama! I hope this helps!
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ChihYu Smith
September 22, 2018 at 6:11 pm

How amazing! I love hot lemon tea in the winter now I have a new flavor combo to try. Awesome!
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STACEY CRAWFORD
September 23, 2018 at 9:00 am

Perfect for the cold & flu season or anytime an immune boost is needed. Astragalus root is such an excellent, and underused herb. It was sort of popular in the late 80's, and then I didn't see it for a while.
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Katherine G Beck
September 24, 2018 at 4:04 am

I will definitely hold on to this recipe for when I am under the weather! Great idea to help feel better.
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Kari - Get Inspired Everyday!
September 24, 2018 at 2:14 pm

Oh my goodness it's that time of year again where every sort of germ seems to be going around! This looks so perfect to keep away all of that and stay healthy!
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Darryl
September 24, 2018 at 2:44 pm

We have a cold remedy called Lemsip which of course isn't the most natural of remedies - this would be a great replacement, thank you!
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Carol Little R.H. @studiobotanica
September 24, 2018 at 7:24 pm

WEll you just know that this one is right up my alley! I have been making versions of this forever and glad you are sharing it with your world!! The astragalus will be helpful if you are taking this daily. It takes time to build up and as an adaptogen, does a super job of helping the body to feel better overall. Think of this herb "low and slow" and over a period of time, will best serve you! Green wishes, C
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Raia Todd
October 15, 2018 at 9:34 am

I might need to make this for my kiddos. They've been struggling through a nasty cough at nighttime.
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- Emily Sunwell-Vidaurri
  October 15, 2018 at 10:01 am
  
  Oh no! I hope they get through it quick!
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va
October 29, 2018 at 9:38 pm

I can already imagine how comforting this would be to drink when you're not feeling well. And I love all of the immunity boosting ingredients.
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Lindsey Dietz
November 04, 2018 at 6:48 am

Well, I've never wanted a cup of lemonade with garlic in it before, but now you've got my mouth watering! This is such a healing drink, perfect for colds, flus, sore throats, whatever. I can see how this is a useful tool in any mom's arsenal!
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