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A wooden cutting board with two glasses of kumquat basil ginger limeade, a lime and kumquat on it.
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Kumquat Basil Ginger Limeade

This tasty refreshing Kumquat Basil Ginger Limeade is perfect when you want a fancy drink but don't want a headache on the next day!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2
Author: Julia Foerster

Ingredients

  • 1 organic lime
  • 4 kumquats
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 6 leaves basil
  • 20 oz Ginger Ale
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  • Cut the lime and place half of the pieces in each glass. Quarter three of the kumquats and divide them between the glasses. Put one teaspoon of brown sugar and 3 basil leaves into each glass.
  • Mash fruits and sugar with a muddler to release their flavour.
  • Add some ice cubes to each glass and top up with ginger ale.
  • Stir a little bit to combine the flavours, garnish the glass with a kumquat half and serve with a straw.
  • Enjoy your Kumquat Basil Ginger Limeade!

Notes

You can replace the ginger ale with sparkling water for a lighter version.
Use natural limes for this drink, most limes are treated with pesticides or wax which won't taste good in your drink.

Nutrition

Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 189IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg