Homemade Ginger ale, which combines sweetness, tanginess, and a little ginger spice, is a perfect way to satisfy your thirst. It is not only a great replacement for sodas but also a natural cure for nausea and upset stomachs. It is a delicious healthy soft drink alternative. This homemade ginger ale is a must-try for anyone who loves refreshing drinks! The best part? make the ginger syrup in advance , store it in the refrigerator, and serve it in a cool whenever you'd like.
Wash and peel ginger. Grate it using a coarse grater. You will need1 cup of packed grated ginger
Take this in a sauce pan. Add in 2 cups of water. Bring this to a boil. Simmer for mins. Switch off the flame and let it sit for 30 mins. Now strain this using a fine strainer.
Pour this back into the sauce pan. Add in sugar and bring it to boil. Mix well so the sugar is dissolved. Now the ginger syrup is done. Allow this to cool down and store in a clean dry bottle. Keep refrigerated.
Now make ginger ale. Take a glass and add some icecubes in the bottom. Squeeze in some lemon juice and throw in couple of lemon slices. Pour some ginger syrup. Fill with soda water, mix well. Serve cold.
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Notes
Always use fresh ginger for the best flavor. The older the ginger, the more fibrous it becomes and the less juicy it will be.
For a stronger ginger punch, let the syrup steep for an hour before straining.
If you like a smoother drink, blend the ginger syrup before straining.