Homemade Ginger Ale: Refreshingly Easy and Zesty Drink

This Homemade Ginger Ale is a refreshing beverage that will quench your thirst and impress friends at any gathering.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 glasses

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Beverage

Calories: 100

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Syrup

2 cups fresh ginger root roughly chopped
1 cup brown sugar can substitute with white sugar, honey, or agave syrup
2 cups water can substitute with coconut water
1 half lemon halved

For Serving

4 cups sparkling mineral water or club soda, flavored sparkling waters
1 cups ice cubes
1 lemon slices for garnish optional replacements include lime or orange slices

Equipment

Medium saucier
Fine mesh strainer
Glass for serving

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Homemade Ginger Ale

In a medium saucier, combine roughly chopped fresh ginger root, brown sugar, and water. Place over medium heat, stirring gently until simmering. This should take about 5 minutes.
Once simmering, reduce heat to low and let syrup gently simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves.
Remove from heat and let cool for 10-15 minutes. Strain the syrup using a fine mesh strainer into a jar, discarding the ginger pieces.
Fill a glass with ice cubes, add 2-3 tablespoons of ginger syrup, and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
Top with sparkling mineral water and stir gently to combine. Garnish with a lemon slice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 22gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust sweetness by altering brown sugar, and ensure to use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Store ginger syrup in an airtight container for up to 1-2 weeks in the fridge.

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