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Ginger Lime Sparklers
Ginger Lime Sparklers are a festive cocktail with sparkling wine, ginger-lime syrup, and fresh lime juice. Make them for your next party.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Author Renee Dobbs
For the ginger-lime syrup:
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4
ounces
ginger root
about 8-inch piece
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2
limes
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1 1/2
cups
granulated sugar
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1
cup
water
For the ginger-lime sparklers:
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2
tablespoons
ginger-lime syrup
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2
teaspoons
fresh lime juice
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Brut sparkling wine or champagne
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Lime slices or wedges for garnish
For the ginger-lime syrup:
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Scrub and rinse ginger and cut into 1/4-inch rounds. Use a vegetable peeler to remove zest from limes.
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Combine sugar and water in a small or medium saucepan. Cook until sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally.
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Add ginger and lime zest. Bring to a simmer then remove from heat. Set aside for 1 hour.
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Strain syrup into a container. Discard ginger and lime zest.
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Store syrup in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
For the ginger-lime sparklers:
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Place 1 tablespoon syrup and 1 teaspoon lime juice in each of two champagne flutes.
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Add sparking wine to each flute. Garnish with lime slices or wedges if desired.
Ginger Lime Sparklers are a festive cocktail with sparkling wine, ginger-lime syrup, and fresh lime juice. Make them for your next party.