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Lychee Ginger Tonic Mocktail Recipe

Lychee Ginger Tonic Mocktail Recipe
This refreshing mocktail combines sweet lychee fruit with spicy ginger for a balanced and flavorful drink perfect for any occasion.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or large glass jar with lid
  • Muddler or wooden spoon
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Jigger or measuring cups/spoons
  • Ice cube tray
  • Highball glass
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Citrus juicer (optional)

Ingredients

  • 2 oz 60ml lychee juice (or syrup from canned lychees)
  • 4-5 fresh or canned lychees
  • 1 oz 30ml freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 oz 30ml ginger syrup*
  • 4 oz 120ml tonic water
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Ice cubes
  • Lime wheel for garnish

*For ginger syrup:

  • Combine 1 cup water 1 cup sugar, and 1/2 cup sliced fresh ginger in a saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil then simmer for 10 minutes. Cool and strain.

Instructions

  • Prepare the glass: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes and set aside.
  • Muddle the lychees: Place 3-4 lychees in the cocktail shaker and gently muddle to release juice and break them up.
  • Add liquids: Pour in the lychee juice, fresh lime juice, and ginger syrup.
  • Shake: Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well-chilled.
  • Strain and finish: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass. Top with tonic water and stir gently.
  • Garnish: Add a fresh lychee, lime wheel, and mint leaves on top.

The key to this mocktail is balancing the sweet lychee with the spicy ginger and tart lime. Taste and adjust proportions as needed.

    Notes

    This mocktail can be easily modified to suit different preferences. For a spicier version, add a thin slice of fresh ginger as garnish or increase the ginger syrup.
    For a sweeter drink, use more lychee juice or add a touch of simple syrup. The recipe works well as a batch cocktail for parties—simply multiply the ingredients and mix in a pitcher, adding tonic water just before serving.
    Store homemade ginger syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. For an alcoholic variation, add 1.5 oz of vodka or white rum to the shaker before mixing.
    Children love a simplified version made with just lychee juice and ginger ale instead of tonic water.