Ginger Beer Recipe

Time2h

Serves8

Make Ginger Beer Recipe in just 2h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Ginger
Peel and grate the fresh ginger root until you have about 2 cups. Set aside.
2
Mix the Base
In a large pot, combine 8 cups of water and 1 cup of sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely.

3
Combine Ingredients
Once the sugar is dissolved, remove the pot from heat and add the grated ginger and 1 cup of lemon juice. Stir well to combine.
4
Cool the Mixture
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. This is important to avoid killing the yeast.
5
Add Yeast
Once cooled, sprinkle 1 tsp of active dry yeast over the mixture and stir gently to incorporate. Cover the pot with a clean kitchen towel.
6
Ferment
Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 24 to 48 hours, stirring once or twice a day. You will begin to see bubbles form as fermentation occurs.

7
Prepare Bottles
Clean and sterilize your bottles (preferably glass) to prevent contamination.
8
Strain and Bottle
After 24 to 48 hours, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into your bottles, leaving about an inch of space at the top. If using, add lime juice and mint leaves to the bottles now.
9
Seal and Store
Seal the bottles tightly and store them at room temperature for another 3 to 5 days to carbonate. Check daily to avoid over-carbonation.

10
Chill and Serve
Once carbonated, refrigerate the ginger beer to chill. Serve cold, and enjoy your homemade ginger beer!