Ginger Beer

Name: Ginger Beer
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: West African
Ingredients: 1/2 lb fresh ginger root, chopped; 6 cups water; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup pineapple juice; 4 whole cloves

A fiery homemade West African style ginger beverage infused with tart lemon, sweet pineapple juice, and subtle cloves.

30 minEasyServes 6110 cal/serving

West AfricanNon-Alcoholic DrinkStovetop and BlenderVeganVegetarianKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-FreeLow-SodiumPork-Free

Ingredients

1/2 lb fresh ginger root, chopped
6 cups water
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup pineapple juice
4 whole cloves

Instructions

1

In a blender, combine 1/2 lb chopped fresh ginger root with 2 cups of 6 cups water and blend until finely puréed.
2

Transfer the purée to a saucepan and add the remaining 6 cups water, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, and 4 whole cloves.
3

Bring to a boil over medium heat, stir to dissolve 3/4 cup granulated sugar, then remove from heat and steep for 15 minutes.
4

Strain the liquid through fine cheesecloth into a pitcher, discarding the solids.
5

Stir in 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice and 1/2 cup pineapple juice, then chill thoroughly in the refrigerator before serving.

Questions

Can I halve or double Ginger Beer?

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