Ginger-Tamarind Zinger

This rejuvenating Ginger and Tamarind Refresher combines the mild heat of young ginger and the sourness of tamarind. It's a delightful and refreshing drink, perfect for warm weather. The tamarind extract is combined with ginger simple syrup, and then mixed with club soda or water. This unique blend of flavors is a must-try for anyone looking for a revitalizing and exotic beverage.

Ginger-Tamarind Zinger

A rejuvenating and exotic blend of tamarind extract, ginger simple syrup, and club soda, the Ginger-Tamarind Zinger is a delightful and refreshing drink perfect for warm weather.

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Ingredients

  • 3/8 cup water
  • 1 1/2 tsp sour tamarind pulp or paste
  • 1/2 oz fresh ginger, preferably young
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 3 oz club soda or 1 1/2 oz water
  • ice

Instructions

  1. Boil 3/8 cup of water and pour it over the tamarind pulp in a heat-proof bowl. Let it sit for about 1 hour until the pulp becomes soft and mushy.
  2. Strain the tamarind extract through a fine-mesh strainer and discard the seeds and other solids. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Slice the ginger and combine it with sugar and 1/4 cup water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and steep for 10 minutes. Strain the ginger syrup and discard the ginger.
  4. In a large pitcher, mix the tamarind extract and ginger syrup together.
  5. Fill a glass with ice, pour in the tamarind-ginger syrup, and top with club soda or water. Stir and enjoy!