Ginger Beer Schweppes Recipe

Chill glass and ginger beer

If possible, chill the Schweppes Ginger Beer bottle and the serving glass in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes ahead of time to keep the drink crisp and fizzy longer.

Prepare glass

Fill a highball or Collins glass about three-quarters full with ice cubes (about 1 cup). If you prefer a milder dilution, use slightly less ice.

Add lime juice

Cut half a fresh lime and squeeze the juice from 1/2 lime (about 7–12 ml) over the ice into the glass. Drop the spent half-lime into the glass if you like extra citrus aroma.

Optional: add sweetness

If you want a sweeter, softer drink, add 15 ml (1 tablespoon) of simple syrup and stir gently once to combine with the lime juice and ice.

Top with Schweppes Ginger Beer

Slowly pour 250 ml of Schweppes Ginger Beer down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation. Pouring down the side reduces foaming and keeps the drink fizzier.

Garnish and finish

Gently stir once or twice with a bar spoon to incorporate the lime and syrup without losing too much fizz. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wheel or wedge on the rim. Optionally tuck a thin slice of fresh ginger into the glass for more spicy aroma.

Serve

Serve immediately while the ginger beer is fizzy. Offer a straw if desired.

Use a jigger or measuring spoon to measure simple syrup precisely. Use a citrus juicer or reamer to extract juice efficiently. Chill equipment ahead for best results. All listed equipment is optional but recommended for consistent results.