Ginger Peach Soda
A zesty, peachy soda with a touch of spice from fresh ginger.
What is this drink?
Ginger Peach Soda is a zesty, naturally flavored non-alcoholic sparkling drink that combines sweet peach nectar with freshly grated ginger and club soda for an artisanal craft soda experience that is both refreshing and warmly spiced.
Why you'll love it
The sweet, floral richness of ripe peach paired with ginger's bright, peppery heat creates an exciting contrast that makes this far more interesting than commercial sodas, with a natural freshness that feels genuinely wholesome.
When to serve
Perfect for casual summer meals, garden picnics, backyard barbecues, artisanal drink menus, or any time you want a sophisticated, naturally flavored soda that feels more thoughtful than opening a can.
Pro tip
Grate the ginger directly into the shaker rather than measuring pre-grated ginger — grating fresh at the moment of preparation releases the most potent essential oils and produces a dramatically more aromatic, lively ginger flavor.
Peach Nectar
Thick, sweet peach nectar provides the drink's primary fruit base and the characteristic sweetness and fragrance of summer stone fruit — use a quality brand or blend your own from ripe peaches for the best result.
Fresh Ginger
Freshly grated ginger root provides the drink's signature warmth and peppery bite — its volatility means the flavor is most intense when grated just before use, making freshness the key to a great ginger peach soda.
Club Soda
Crisp, clean club soda adds the effervescence that transforms the peach-ginger base from a still juice into a proper artisanal soda, making every sip feel lively, refreshing, and celebratory.
Swap Options
Replace peach nectar with pear nectar for a softer, more delicate variation. Use ginger beer instead of club soda for a stronger, more intense ginger kick. Add fresh mint alongside the ginger for a peach-ginger-mint soda that is even more aromatic.
Mix base
Combine peach nectar, grated ginger, and lemon juice in a shaker with ice.
Tips:
- •Shake lightly to mix flavors.
Strain and serve
Strain into a glass and top with club soda.
Tips:
- •Garnish with peach slice or mint.
- Adjust ginger level to your spice tolerance.
- Use sparkling water instead of soda for lighter version.
Different ways to make this drink your own
Pear Ginger Soda
Replace peach nectar with fresh pear nectar or pear juice for a softer, more delicate, less sweet variation. Pear's subtle, honeyed character pairs beautifully with ginger's peppery warmth, creating an elegant soda that feels more refined and autumnal than the brighter, more tropical peach original.
Ginger Beer Peach Soda
Replace club soda with quality ginger beer for a significantly stronger, more intensely spiced variation with double the ginger punch. Commercial ginger beer already contains ginger, so combining it with freshly grated ginger creates a layered, bold spiciness that truly ginger lovers will appreciate.
Peach Ginger Mint Soda
Add four or five fresh mint leaves to the shaker alongside the grated ginger before combining with peach nectar. The mint's cooling menthol freshness adds a third aromatic dimension alongside the peach's sweetness and ginger's heat, creating a more complex, layered artisanal soda experience.
Tools that make this drink come together
Cocktail Shaker
A shaker is ideal for combining the peach nectar, grated ginger, and lemon juice with ice before straining into the serving glass — this technique chills the base efficiently and mixes the ginger thoroughly into the liquid for an evenly spiced result without large ginger pieces.
Fine Mesh Strainer
Straining through a fine mesh strainer after shaking removes all the grated ginger pulp and fibers, producing a clean, smooth soda base with ginger's full flavor without any gritty texture. If you prefer stronger ginger flavor, strain through a coarser strainer to allow small ginger particles through.
Microplane or Fine Grater
A Microplane grater grates ginger root into an extremely fine, almost paste-like texture that releases the most essential oils and flavor. Freshly grated ginger at the last moment makes a significant difference in aroma and intensity compared to pre-grated or powdered alternatives.
Can't Find These?
Shake ingredients in a jar with a tight lid, or simply stir in a glass. Press ginger through any fine strainer or use a layer of cheesecloth. If you lack a fine grater, chop ginger very finely and steep in the nectar for 10 minutes before straining. Improvisation works well with this simple recipe.
The right glass makes a real difference
Highball Glass or Collins Glass
A tall highball or Collins glass suits the Ginger Peach Soda perfectly — the height accommodates plenty of ice, the strained soda base, and the generous pour of chilled club soda, while the clear walls display the drink's beautiful golden-peach color. A long glass also provides the space needed to garnish elegantly with a fresh peach slice on the rim.
Alternatives
A wide-mouthed tumbler or rocks glass creates a more casual, summer picnic presentation. A Mason jar adds artisanal charm. Any tall, clear glass works — the golden color and visible peach garnish create the drink's visual identity regardless of the specific vessel chosen.
Perfect food pairings to complete the experience
Grilled Chicken with Peach Glaze
Grilled chicken breast or thighs with a sweet peach and ginger glaze creates a cohesive flavor bridge with the soda — the peach-ginger pairing is echoed across both dish and drink, making this a particularly intentional and satisfying combination for a summer meal.
Prawn or Shrimp Tacos
Light, bright prawn or shrimp tacos with slaw and citrus crema pair beautifully with the soda's sweet-spicy profile — the ginger's heat and the peach's sweetness complement the seafood's delicate flavor and the taco's fresh citrus notes in a cohesive, summer-inspired meal.
Cheese Board with Stone Fruit
A simple cheese board featuring mild cheese like brie or fresh chèvre alongside sliced peaches or nectarines creates a sophisticated pairing that echoes the soda's peach character. Honey drizzled over the cheese amplifies the pairing's sweetness and makes the ginger soda taste especially refreshing.
Ginger Snap Cookies
Crispy ginger snap cookies playfully echo the soda's defining ginger character in dessert form, creating a fun, cohesive ginger-themed pairing. The cookies' spiced sweetness resonates with the drink without overwhelming it, making for a satisfying conclusion to any meal served with this soda.
Prep in advance for effortless serving
Make Ginger Peach Syrup
Simmer peach nectar with freshly grated ginger and a tablespoon of sugar for 10 minutes, then strain and cool. This concentrated syrup keeps refrigerated for one week and allows instant soda assembly — simply combine two ounces of syrup with lemon juice and club soda over ice for a perfectly balanced, fully developed ginger peach soda in seconds.
Grate Ginger Ahead
Grate a large piece of fresh ginger, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for up to three days or freeze for a month. Having grated ginger ready eliminates the most time-consuming step in the recipe and makes spontaneous batch preparation easy and efficient.
Prepare the Shaken Base
Combine peach nectar, freshly grated ginger, and lemon juice in a sealed jar and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. The ginger infuses more deeply into the nectar over time — a longer maceration produces a more deeply spiced result that is actually better than freshly combined. Add club soda only at serving time.
Batch for a Party Pitcher
Scale up the peach-ginger-lemon base for a pitcher and refrigerate, then add chilled club soda at the moment of serving to preserve carbonation. A pitcher of this base serves guests effortlessly at a barbecue — keep the soda water separate and let guests top their own glasses for the freshest possible fizz.
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