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Pineapple Ginger Syrup

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This fiery Starbucks pineapple ginger syrup is full of bold flavor. Not only is this the perfect syrup for the classic Starbucks pineapple matcha, but it can be used in many other drinks as well. It’s easy to make in 20 minutes, using  only three ingredients.

A small gold spoon dipped in pineapple ginger syrup, dripping down into a small glass of syrup.

This syrup is made to be used in the copycat Starbucks pineapple matcha drink. However, like any simple syrup recipe, it can be used in so many more ways.

It’s the same style of syrup as this strawberry simple syrup, blueberry simple syrup, this honey ginger syrup or pear simple syrup, which can all be used to make all kinds of fruity drinks.

Why you need to try this recipe:

  • Powerful flavor. Just a tiny drop of this syrup tastes like a bold burst of pineapple and ginger flavor. The sweet pineapple contrasts with the slight bite of ginger in a highly addictive combo.
  • No artificial ingredients. You can buy this syrup in stores, but it doesn’t taste as natural as this homemade one. This recipe uses fresh ginger, pineapple nectar, sugar and water, so there are no chemicals or artificial flavors added.
  • Easy to make. It takes only 20 minutes to make. Just heat up the ingredients together on a pan, and let them simmer down into a concentrated syrup.

Uses:

  • Starbucks copycat drinks: This is the syrup used in the Starbucks pineapple matcha, which is a ridiculously tasty pineapple ginger drink with matcha and coconut milk. If you haven’t tried this drink before, you have to try this recipe.
  • Tea: Try adding a spoonful to a ginger based tea to create a pineapple ginger tea. Stir the syrup into your hot tea until it dissolves. Taste before adding any regular sugar to your tea as well — this syrup acts as a sweetener as well as flavoring.
  • Cocktails: Experiment creating your own cocktails. Try a pineapple ginger mojito or a pineapple ginger margarita. Just replace the sugar or simple syrup with this ginger pineapple syrup instead. Normally you would need to add about a ½ ounce of syrup per drink, but adjust the amount to your taste.
  • Lemonade: For a pineapple ginger lemonade, add about 1-3 teaspoons of syrup per glass of lemonade. The best way to make this is to replace some of the added sugar with this syrup when making your own lemonade from scratch. This way, the drink won’t be overly sugary.
A small glass of simple syrup, on a grey table, next to a golden spoon, with green leaves across the table.

Key Ingredients:

  • Pineapple Nectar: Try to find pure pineapple nectar. You can substitute this with pineapple juice if needed, but try to choose a natural one without sugar and artificial flavoring added. To make your own pineapple juice, pass pineapple chunks through a juicer, or blend pineapple chunks in a blender and then pass the mixture through a fine mesh strainer.
  • Ginger: Only use fresh ginger for this recipe — powdered ginger will not work the same way. Peel the ginger root and dice the ginger into small chunks. The ginger doesn't have to be finely diced, but you want to make sure you cut it into small pieces. This will expose more surface area, which infuses more ginger flavor as the syrup cooks.

How to make it:

  1. Heat the ginger, pineapple nectar, sugar and water up together on a pan over medium to high heat. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
  2. Continue to simmer the syrup for 10-15 minutes until it thickens up. Remove it from the heat and strain out the ginger chunks. Let the syrup cool before using it.
Overhead shot of ginger pineapple syrup on a grey background, next to green leaves and fresh ginger.

FAQ:

What does Starbucks use pineapple ginger syrup for?

This syrup is used for the pineapple matcha drink, guava passionfruit drink and the iced golden ginger drink.

Is pineapple ginger syrup sweet?

Yes it is, but not overly sweet. When added to drinks, it will act as both flavoring and a sweetener.

Do pineapple and ginger go together?

Absolutely! They create a very energizing zingy combo that mixes well with many different types of drinks.

Expert Tips:

  • Let it simmer. Even once the sugar dissolves, continue to simmer the syrup for the full 10 to 15 minutes. This allows the flavors to fully infuse and lets the syrup thicken up.
  • Store the syrup in the fridge. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to several weeks. This syrup will go bad quickly if it’s left out at room temperature.

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A small glass of golden pineapple ginger syrup, next to a small spoon, on a grey table, with green vines spread across the table.

Pineapple Ginger Syrup


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  • Author: Alejandra | The Littlest Crumb
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 6 tablespoons 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian
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Description

This fiery Starbucks pineapple ginger syrup is full of bold flavor. Not only is this the perfect syrup for the classic Starbucks pineapple matcha, but it can be used in many other drinks as well.


Ingredients

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  • 4 tbsp fresh ginger, diced in small chunks
  • ¾ cup pineapple nectar
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Heat the syrup. On a saucepan over medium to high heat, bring the ginger, pineapple nectar and sugar to a simmer.
  2. Simmer the syrup. Continue to simmer the syrup, maintaining a moderate simmer for 10 - 15 minutes. The syrup should begin to thicken up and reduce in volume.
  3. Strain. Remove the syrup from the heat and pass it through a fine mesh sieve to remove all the pieces of ginger. Let the syrup cool to room temperature before using it in any drinks.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftover syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to several weeks.
  • Serving size: This recipe makes about 6 tablespoons of syrup. On average, a drink contains about 1 tablespoon, so this would be enough for about 6 drinks.
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Syrup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 tbsp
  • Calories: 53
  • Sugar: 11.6g
  • Sodium: 1mg
  • Fat: 0.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9.3g
  • Fiber: 0.2g
  • Protein: 0.2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: simple syrup, jalapeno, ginger, starbucks

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  1. Wajeeha Nadeem

    September 06, 2021 at 3:14 am

    I love how easy this recipe is, and that there are no artificial flavors used in it! I'll be trying it very soon! 🙂

    ★★★★★

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  2. veenaazmanov

    September 05, 2021 at 11:44 pm

    Love the combination of Pineapple and ginger. Flavorful drink and so healthy too.

    ★★★★★

    Reply

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