Ingredients
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1 can (20 oz) of lychee fruit in syrup, drained (reserve syrup)
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2 -3 tablespoons fresh ginger, finely grated
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1 lime, juiced
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2 -3 tablespoons maple syrup (adjust to taste)
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4 cups cold water
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1 Ice cubes
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1 Fresh mint leaves and lychee fruit for garnish (optional)
Directions
Adjust the sweetness and ginger intensity to your liking. This cooler captures the essence of Chinese flavors and provides a delightful and exotic drinking experience.
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Begin by grating the fresh ginger using a fine grater or microplane. You can adjust the amount of ginger to your desired level of spiciness. |
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In a blender, combine the drained lychee fruit, grated ginger, lime juice, and maple syrup. Add a small amount of the reserved lychee syrup (about 2-3 tablespoons) for extra sweetness if desired. |
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Blend until you achieve a smooth and well-combined mixture. |
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In a pitcher, combine the lychee and ginger blend with 4 cups of cold water. Stir well to mix. |
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Taste the cooler and adjust the sweetness with more maple syrup if needed. |
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Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the lychee and ginger cooler over the ice. |
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Garnish with fresh mint leaves and whole lychee fruit if desired. |
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Serve your Chinese-inspired lychee and ginger cooler immediately and enjoy the unique flavors! |
