I found this recently while going through some papers from high school - something we did in a bio lab. It was actually pretty tasty. Here is the intro: "Fermentation has been used by mankind for thousands of years for raising bread, fermenting wine and brewing beer. The products of the fermentation of sugar by baker's yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae (a fungus) are ethyl alcohol and carbon dioxide. Carbon dioxide causes bread to rise and gives effervescent drinks their bubbles. This action of yeast on sugar is used to 'carbonate' beverages, as in the addition of bubbles to champagne). We will set up a fermentation in a closed system and capture the generated carbon dioxide to carbonate our home made ginger ale. You may of course adjust the quantities of sugar and/or extract to taste. Note that the lemon called for in step eight is optional. And if you want a spicier drink, you can increase the amount of grated ginger. As with any yeast fermentation, there is a small amount of alcohol generated in the beverage (about 0.4%)". Credit on the page is to: http://biology.clc.uc.edu/Fankhauser/Cheese/Cheese.html
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Categories Beverages
Time P1DT30m
Yield 4-6 glasses, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- For equipment, you will need a clean 2-liter plastic soft drink bottle with cap (do not use glass as there is a risk of explosion),
- a grater (preferably with fine "cutting" teeth, and a funnel.
- Put the sugar into the bottle using the funnel. (Leave the funnel in place until you are ready to cap the bottle.).
- Add baker's yeast, also through the funnel.
- Shake to mix the yeast grains with the sugar granules.
- Place grated ginger into a Pyrex measuring cup or similar.
- Juice a whole lemon. Lemon is optional, giving a little tartness to the ginger ale. Try it both ways to see which you prefer.
- Add the juice of a whole lemon to the grated ginger in the measuring cup. Stir to form a slurry.
- Add the slurry to the bottle. It may stick in the funnel. Don't worry, the next step will wash it into the bottle.
- Rinse containers with fresh clean water, and dump the water into the bottle, trying to wash any particles sticking to the funnel into the bottle.
- Fill the bottle to the neck with fresh cool clean water, leaving about an inch of head space, securely screw cap down to seal. Invert repeatedly to thoroughly dissolve sugar.
- Place in a warm location for 24 to 48 hours. (Do not leave at room temperature longer than necessary to feel "hard." The excess pressure may cause an eruption when you open it, or even explode the bottle!).
- Test to see if carbonation is complete by squeezing the bottle forcefully with your thumb. If it dents in as in the picture, it is not ready.
- Once the bottle feels hard to a forceful squeeze, usually only 24-48 hours, place in the refrigerator. Before opening, refrigerate at least overnight to thoroughly chill. Crack the lid of the thoroughly chilled ginger ale just a little to release the pressure slowly. You do not want a ginger ale fountain!
- Do not leave the finished ginger ale in a warm place any longer than the time it takes for the bottle to feel hard. Leaving it at room temperature longer than two days, especially in the summer when the temperature is high, can generate enough pressure to explode the bottle. Once it is thoroughly chilled, there is little danger of explosion.
- Filter the ginger ale through a strainer if you find floating pieces of ginger objectionable. These are found in the first glass or two poured, and, since most of the ginger sinks to the bottom, the last glass or so may require filtering too. Rinse the bottle out immediately after serving the last of the batch.
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Iam 499
[email protected]This ginger ale is a great way to use up leftover ginger. It's easy to make, and it tastes just as good as store-bought brands. I love the fact that I can control the amount of sugar and ginger in it. I'll definitely be making this again.
qasim Jani
[email protected]This ginger ale is a great way to save money. It's easy to make, and it costs a fraction of the price of store-bought brands. I love the fact that I can control the amount of sugar and ginger in it. I'll definitely be making this again.
Nikita lucille
[email protected]This ginger ale is a great party drink. It's easy to make, and it's a big hit with my guests. I love the fact that I can control the amount of sugar and ginger in it. I'll definitely be making this again.
Mellick Games
[email protected]This ginger ale is a great way to use up leftover ginger. It's easy to make, and it tastes just as good as store-bought brands. I love the fact that I can control the amount of sugar and ginger in it. I'll definitely be making this again.
Elvin Washington
[email protected]This ginger ale is a great way to save money. It's easy to make, and it costs a fraction of the price of store-bought brands. I love the fact that I can control the amount of sugar and ginger in it. I'll definitely be making this again.
Malik Crazy
[email protected]This ginger ale is a great party drink. It's easy to make, and it's a big hit with my guests. I love the fact that I can control the amount of sugar and ginger in it. I'll definitely be making this again.
Farhat Ameer
[email protected]This ginger ale is perfect for a hot summer day. It's refreshing and delicious, and it's easy to make. I love the fact that I can control the amount of sugar and ginger in it. I'll definitely be making this again and again.
Md minhaz Student
[email protected]This ginger ale is a great way to use up leftover ginger. It's easy to make, and it tastes just as good as store-bought brands. I love the fact that I can control the amount of sugar and ginger in it. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ebrima Jallow
[email protected]This ginger ale is a lifesaver! I'm a big fan of ginger ale, but I hate the artificial ingredients in most store-bought brands. This recipe is a great way to get my ginger ale fix without all the junk. It's easy to make, and it tastes delicious. I'll
Susan Donais
[email protected]This ginger ale is a great alternative to store-bought brands. It's easy to make, and it tastes just as good. I love the fact that I can control the amount of sugar and ginger in it. I'll definitely be making this again.
Dave Legend
[email protected]This ginger ale is delicious! I love the spicy kick from the ginger, and the carbonation is perfect. It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to save money on store-bought ginger ale. I'll definitely be making this again.
Farhad Aman
[email protected]I've tried a lot of ginger ale recipes, but this one is by far the best. The ginger flavor is perfectly balanced, and the carbonation is just right. It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up extra ginger. I've already made it several times
April Dominguez
[email protected]This ginger ale is amazing! It's so easy to make, and it tastes just like the ginger ale I used to buy at the store. The ginger flavor is perfect, and the carbonation is just right. I love that it's made with all-natural ingredients, and I know exact
Hina Murad
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of ginger ale, but this recipe changed my mind. The ginger flavor is subtle and refreshing, and the carbonation is perfect. I love that it's made with all-natural ingredients, and it's so easy to make. I'll definitely be making
Ma Travals
[email protected]This ginger ale is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I love the way the ginger flavor comes through, and the carbonation is just right. It's so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up extra ginger. I'll definitely be making this again and
Soozan Sunar
[email protected]I was skeptical at first, but this ginger ale is surprisingly easy to make and tastes delicious. I love the natural ginger flavor, and it's so refreshing. I've been drinking it all week and I'm already planning on making another batch. Thanks for sha
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[email protected]This ginger ale recipe is a game-changer! I love the fact that I can make it at home and control the ingredients. The ginger flavor is perfectly balanced, and the carbonation is just right. I've already made it several times, and it's always a hit wi