Best 4 Homemade Ginger Ale Recipes
Homemade ginger ale is a refreshing and flavorful beverage that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to use up extra ginger, and it's also a healthier alternative to store-bought soda. The ginger ale recipe provided in this article is simple to make and only requires a few ingredients: ginger, sugar, water, and lemon juice. There are also two variations on the classic recipe: a spicy ginger ale and a ginger ale with honey. All three recipes are easy to follow and can be made in just a few minutes. So next time you're looking for a refreshing drink, give homemade ginger ale a try!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
HOMEMADE GINGER ALE
Provided by Andrea Albin
Categories Non-Alcoholic Ginger Cocktail Party Kid-Friendly Backyard BBQ Summer Engagement Party Simmer Lime Juice Gourmet Drink Small Plates
Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups syrup (enough for 4 to 6 drinks)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Make syrup:
- Cook ginger in water in a small saucepan at a low simmer, partially covered, 45 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep, covered, 20 minutes.
- Strain mixture through a sieve into a bowl, pressing on ginger and then discarding. Return liquid to saucepan and add sugar and a pinch of salt, then heat over medium heat, stirring, until sugar has dissolved. Chill syrup in a covered jar until cold.
- Assemble drinks:
- Mix ginger syrup with seltzer and lime juice (start with 1/4 cup syrup and 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice per 3/4 cup seltzer, then adjust to taste).
HOMEMADE GINGER ALE AND ITS CANDY
Steps:
- Mix ginger, sugar and water in a saucepan and bring to a slow simmer. Reduce mixture by 50 percent until a syrupy consistency is reached. Keep in mind that the syrup will thicken as it cools. Strain warm syrup. Allow to cool.
- While syrup is cooling, make ginger candy. Take ginger slices that have been drained out of the syrup and completely coat in sugar. Spread on sheet pan and slowly dry out in a 225-degree oven for 3 hours. Ginger slices should be dried but still chewy.
- In a tall glass of ice, add mint sprig and a ratio of 1 part ginger syrup to 7 parts soda water. Squeeze lime wedge and add to drink. Use more syrup if desired. Stir and enjoy. Can also make drink with chilled soda water and add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a tasty Ginger Ale Float.
HOMEMADE GINGER ALE
A fun way to make a family favorite. It tastes a little different than the commercial stuff, but it is much better. Above all things, have fun and feel free to experiment! Try adding fruit extract, if you like.
Provided by ILIKEBAKEDZITI
Categories Drinks Recipes
Time P2DT10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Into an empty 2-liter soda bottle, put the ginger root, sugar, yeast, and lemon juice. Fill the rest of the way with water. Screw the cap onto the bottle as tight as possible. Shake the bottle well, then leave at room temperature until the bottle is too hard to squeeze, about 2 days. Refrigerate. To serve, pour through a tea strainer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 100.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 0.6 mg, Sugar 25 g
HOMEMADE GINGER ALE
You haven't tasted ginger ale until you've had a glass of this brew . . . you'll never go back to the canned stuff again! The fresh ginger adds zip without being too spicy. And besides being totally irresistible, it's super-simple to make.
Provided by Joan Hunt
Categories Other Drinks
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Bring sugar, ginger, cinnamon stick and 2 cups water to a boil in large saucepan. Simmer 5 minutes, then remove from heat, and stir in cayenne pepper. Let cool.
- 2. Strain liquid into small pitcher, and discard ginger and cinnamon. Cover, and refrigerate until ready to use.
- 3. To serve: Ladle 1/4 cup ginger syrup into tumbler filled with ice. Top with 3/4 cup sparkling water, and stir.
Tips:
- Choose the right ginger: Use fresh, young ginger for the best flavor. Look for ginger that is plump and has a smooth, unblemished skin.
- Peel the ginger properly: Use a sharp knife or vegetable peeler to remove the skin from the ginger. Be careful not to remove too much of the flesh, as this is where the flavor is.
- Slice the ginger thinly: This will help to release the flavor of the ginger into the water.
- Use a variety of sweeteners: You can use sugar, honey, or maple syrup to sweeten your ginger ale. Adjust the amount of sweetener to taste.
- Add some lemon or lime juice: This will help to brighten the flavor of the ginger ale.
- Let the ginger ale steep for at least 4 hours: This will give the ginger time to infuse its flavor into the water.
- Serve your ginger ale chilled: Ginger ale is best served cold. You can chill it in the refrigerator or over ice.
Conclusion:
Homemade ginger ale is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious and healthy ginger ale that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give this homemade ginger ale recipe a try.
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