33 Ginger Drinks You Are Sure to Love

Whether you are a big fan of ginger or just want to make the most of its health benefits, here are some wonderful recipes for ginger drinks you’ll certainly want to try.

From ginger wellness shots to unique teas, cocktails, mocktails and more, there is something fun on this list for you to make today.

And, if you want to drill down even further into drinks with ginger, be sure to check out my recipes for homemade ginger shots and ginger teas. Of course, hop on over to my turmeric shot recipes too.

Ginger drinks

1. Ginger syrup

Ginger syrup is the main ingredient in so many drinks from cocktails, mocktails and even homemade ginger ale. It’s sweet, mildly spicy and a great gingery syrup that’s so easy to make.

2. Spicy ginger lemonade

If spicy drinks are your thing, how about trying this spicy ginger lemonade? It’s made with lemons, cayenne pepper, turmeric, lots of ginger and sparkling water.

3. Lemon ginger shots

Here’s one of my favorite healthy ginger drinks. It’s pretty simple to make with lemon, ginger and honey and is a perfect immunity shot, especially for busy mornings.

4. Ginger pear cocktail

For the bourbon and ginger lovers, this wonderfully spiced ginger pear cocktail is perfect for you! It’s a great fall cocktail that’s made with pear and lemon juice, bourbon whiskey and ginger beer.

5. Grapefruit ginger mocktail

If you prefer non-alcoholic drinks, you would certainly appreciate this festive grapefruit mocktail made with grapefruit and lemon juice, coconut cream and fresh ginger. It’s citrusy, refreshing and a tad spicy!

6. Homemade ginger beer

While ginger beer is a favorite, especially around the holidays, it can be enjoyed any time of the year. And, you can make your own homemade ginger beer with ingredients you already have plus a little brewer’s yeast! Here’s a great guide on how to make it.

7. Lemongrass ginger tea

Nothing beats a soothing cup of ginger tea! And, when lemongrass is brewed with it, you get this comforting, light, citrusy tea. It’s so good and can be enjoyed warm or over ice.

8. Lemon ginger tea

You also can’t go wrong with a cozy cup of lemon ginger tea. It’s so easy to make, is mildly spicy and acidic and is packed with great health benefits. It’s the perfect immunity boosting drink.

9. Homemade ginger ale

I love ginger ale! It’s one of my favorite sodas and it’s pretty easy to make your own at home. All you need are ginger syrup, limes and sparkling water. It’s so simple!

10. Watermelon ginger juice

If you’re looking for something refreshing to cool down during summer that has a mild kick, then you should certainly try making watermelon ginger juice. It’s a beautiful, all natural sweet drink.

11. Ginger beer mocktail

Here’s an easy mocktail recipe to make with ginger beer. Lemon juice and a sweetener are all you need to add to make this bright, refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage for your friends and family.

12. Ginger pineapple lemon shots

Back to the wellness shots! Pineapple brings so much nutrition to the table and when mixed with lemon and ginger, you have all the makings for a powerhouse ginger shot. Oh, and it tastes pretty great too!

13. Pineapple skin tea with ginger

You just can’t beat the pine-ginger combo! Besides ginger shots, you can make pineapple skin tea with ginger. This one falls into the zero waste category since it uses pineapple peels and the core. Enjoy it warm or iced for a tasty, healthy pineapple ginger drink.

14. Apple caramel and ginger floats

Ice cream, caramel sauce, apple cider and ginger ale, how good does all of that sound? This float is ideal for those hot summer days when you want a sweet treat to celebrate life!

15. Coconut lemonade with ginger

Transport yourself to somewhere tropical with this easy coconut lemonade made with canned coconut milk, ginger syrup and lemon juice. Feel free to add some booze to make it even more fun!

16. Ginger turmeric tea

Growing up, ginger turmeric tea was my mom’s go-to healthy drink for boosting immunity, especially during flu season. It’s certainly become mine since it has so many wonderful health benefits. Sprinkle a little black pepper on top too to maximize turmeric’s effects.

17. Strawberry ginger protein smoothie

If you love protein smoothies for breakfast, you have to try this one with strawberries, banana, fresh ginger, protein powder, chia seeds and your choice of dairy. It has all the good stuff you need to start your day right.

18. Orange ginger shots

The Vitamin C from oranges and the anti-inflammatory properties of ginger make this an incredible wellness shot. Oh and it tastes great too!

19. Ginger limeade

Here’s another refreshing drink with ginger to make when the weather is hot out! Containing lime juice, sweetener and ginger, it’s great for cookouts, picnics or whenever you have extra limes in the fridge.

20. Ginger lime wellness shots

Speaking of limes, you can also use them to make this ginger lime shot. It’s more citrusy than typical ginger lemon shots but still packs a wonderful, healthy punch.

21. Carrot orange ginger juice

For another Vitamin loaded drink, you should definitely consider this one with carrots, oranges, fresh ginger and turmeric. It’s refreshing and filled with all the good stuff!

22. Gin and ginger ale

Gin and ginger lovers would absolutely enjoy these simple ginger cocktails made with fresh ginger, lime, gin and ginger ale. It’s a spin on the gin buck that I’m sure you’ll enjoy.

23. Ginger green tea

Want a little caffeine without coffee? This ginger green tea gives you that hit of caffeine along with all the benefits that come with both green tea and ginger. It’s so soothing too!

24. Golden milk with ginger

Growing up, golden milk was a classic. My mother and grandmother would make it regularly. It’s brewed with turmeric, ginger, cinnamon and milk. It’s comforting and ancient.

25. Apple cider mocktail

Here’s a great ginger beer drink to make with apple cider and fresh lime juice. Serve it as a delightful, fizzy mocktail for family get togethers or quiet nights in.

26. Apple ginger tea

The pineapple skin tea from earlier isn’t the only one that’s team zero waste. This apple ginger tea is similar since it uses apple cores you’d usually throw out to make a simple apple and ginger tea. It’s a perfect fall drink.

27. Ginger turmeric shots

Here’s another flu fighting, immunity boosting, wellness drink. It’s one of those fresh ginger recipes with raw turmeric, lemon, and honey. It’s so good for you!

28. Watermelon Moscow mule

A unique alcoholic drink, this watermelon Moscow mule is super crisp and refreshing, great for summer! All you need are watermelon and lime juice, ginger beer and, of course, vodka!

29. Cranberry Moscow mule

For a more festive spin on the Moscow mule, try this one with cranberry juice. It’ll be delightful when celebrating Thanksgiving, fall and Christmas.

30. Lemon cucumber water with ginger

If you are looking for a healthy drink that has ginger in it, infused water with ginger is a fun way to keep hydrated. This recipe uses loads of ginger along with lemon, cucumber and mint leaves. It’s super simple, citrusy, and pretty perfect as a no-calorie summer drink.

31. Pineapple turmeric ginger shots

Okay, okay, I have pineapple ginger shots on this list already, but these pineapple turmeric ginger shots taste just as good and have a ton of healthy ingredients. It’s a wonderful way to pack anti-inflammatory goodness into your day. Oh and you can batch make these ginger health drinks for the week (I do!).

32. Mango ginger cocktail

Mango and ginger, yes please! Here’s a dark rum cocktail with the bright, tropical flavors of mango, lime and ginger. You’ll feel like you’re on vacation with this one.

33. Lemongrass mojito with ginger

This white rum alcoholic drink is also great too! It’s made with lemongrass and ginger syrup, lime, and soda water. Like the one above, it’s a wonderful cocktail to celebrate summer and being on vacation.

These are just some of many ginger drinks you can make with fresh ginger, ginger beer and ginger ale. Which are your favorites?