Ginger Basil Fizzy Water

PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES (Kapha)

Lemon, ginger, and basil are great for rejuvenating and uplifting the mind, body, and
spirit, particularly when paired with an effervescent sparkling water. Ginger-Basil Fizzy
Water also makes a refreshing alternative to sugar-packed lemon-lime soda or ginger ale.

Ingredients

1 (2-inch) ginger knob, peeled
Juice of 1 lemon
⅛ to ¼ cup raw honey, depending on your tastes
8 cups sparkling water (can use flavored)
Fresh basil sprigs, for garnish

Method

1. In a blender, blend the ginger, lemon juice, and honey until well combined.
2. Pour a few tablespoons of the mixture into a glass, then fill the glass with the sparkling
water.
3. Add more mixture to taste, garnish with the basil, and enjoy.

Additional

Serving: 1
Seasons: ALL SEASONS, ESPECIALLY SPRING
Taste: ASTRINGENT, PUNGENT, SOUR, SWEET

Vatas can garnish with mint for more support and use still water, rather than sparkling.
Pittas should halve the amount of ginger and honey, garnish with mint, and alternate
between sparkling water and flat.
Kaphas can add ginger or lemon zest for more uplifting flavor.

Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tip: Avoid eating fish with milk or yogurt, which creates toxins
in the body, according to Ayurvedic principles.