There’s nothing like a good juice refresher, and this one is my absolute favorite. The idea actually came to me when I saw a lemon pineapple ginger refresher at the store—delicious looking, but way overpriced. I knew I could make it at home for a fraction of the cost, and not only that, I could make it healthier, sugar-free, and even better tasting. In this post, I’ll share how I did it, the health benefits of ginger, and how to boost the flavor if you want something stronger.
Why Ginger Makes This Drink Special
Ginger is one of those ingredients that feels like a little miracle in your cup. It helps with inflammation, eases nausea, and supports digestion—all while giving that warm, spicy kick to a drink. When combined with pineapple and lemon, it doesn’t just taste good, it feels like fuel for your body. It’s the kind of refresher you want to sip on throughout the day because you know it’s working with you, not against you.
Why Make It at Home Instead of Buying
Seeing that store-bought refresher was my lightbulb moment. It looked good, but the price tag and the ingredients list—full of cane sugar, natural flavorings, and additives—were enough to convince me to make my own. Making this at home means you know exactly what’s going in: pure pineapple juice, fresh ginger, lemon, Stevia for sweetness, and maybe a little mint. That’s it. It’s cheaper, cleaner, and honestly, it tastes fresher too.
How to Make the Base Recipe
For the base, I use about 32 fluid ounces of pineapple ginger juice mixed with lemon juice. Then I sweeten it with pure Stevia so it’s sugar-free but still has that bright, refreshing sweetness you expect from a lemonade-style drink. A handful of mint leaves gives it a cooling balance that pairs perfectly with the ginger’s warmth. The result? A golden drink that disappears quickly because everyone loves it.
Tips for Boosting Flavor
If you’re like me and sometimes want a stronger ginger punch, there’s an easy way to do it. Just slice up some fresh ginger, pour hot water over it, and let it steep. You can add that ginger tea straight into your refresher for a bolder flavor. Want more mint too? Toss in some leaves with the ginger while it steeps, and you’ll get a deeper, more herbal freshness that takes the drink to another level.
This ginger pineapple lemonade refresher is more than just a tasty drink—it’s a blend of flavor and function, and it’s budget-friendly too. You’re hydrating, supporting digestion, and giving your body electrolytes while enjoying something bright and refreshing, all for much less than the store-bought version. Try it once, play around with the flavor strength, and you’ll see why I keep coming back to this simple recipe again and again.
Ingredients
Recipe
Ginger Pineapple Lemonade Refresher
A refreshing, sugar-free ginger pineapple lemonade made with simple ingredients, packed with flavor, and loaded with health benefits. Inspired by an overpriced store-bought version, this homemade recipe is budget-friendly, naturally sweetened with Stevia, and perfect for sipping all day while supporting digestion, reducing inflammation, and boosting hydration.
Ingredients
- * 32 oz pineapple-ginger juice
- * 4 lemons, juiced
- * 1 teaspoon pure Stevia
- * 10 mint leaves
- * 1 small piece of raw ginger (optional, for stronger flavor)
- * Up to 2 gallons of water
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the pineapple-ginger juice, lemon juice, and Stevia.
- Pour in up to 2 gallons of water, adjusting to your preferred taste and strength.
- Add the mint leaves directly for a light, refreshing flavor.
- Optional: For a stronger ginger-mint flavor, place the mint leaves and raw ginger in a small glass or cup. Pour hot water over them and let steep to create a mint-ginger tea. Once cooled slightly, add this tea into your juice mixture.
- Stir well, chill, and enjoy your refreshing, digestion-friendly drink!
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